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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ellie Ng

UNCOVERED: Teddy sheringham brands fifa s lgbtq armband threat a joke - The Untold Story

PA Wire

Former England footballer Teddy Sheringham has branded threats of sanctions against World Cup players for wearing an armband supporting LGBTQ rights a “joke”.

On Monday, a joint statement from seven European nations who had signed up to the OneLove campaign – which included England and Wales – confirmed the rainbow armbands will no longer be worn due to fear of a yellow card being issued.

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