Disappointing moves made by FIFA seem to be never-ending. The governing body of football has been making some decisions that aren’t in favor of the LGBTQ+ community, and these kinds of decisions were repeated once more. In a disappointing movement, FIFA announced its ban on the One Love armband during the upcoming Women’s World Cup. Here is what we know.
Banning One Love
FIFA recently decided that players won’t be allowed to wear the One Love armband during any of the Women’s World Cup games. Instead of allowing the players to wear what they want, FIFA introduced eight alternatives that support different causes.
FIFA will allow players to either pick one approved armband to wear during each round or wear the same one for the entire tournament. FIFA said that they discussed the matter with national associations and players for months.
However, during training sessions, FIFA will allow players to wear any armband they like, including the One Love armband. Although training sessions are not televised and
Similarities to the Men’s World Cup in Qatar
People started comparing FIFA’s decision and what happened during the Men’s World Cup in Qatar. Back then, controversy ensued after FIFA also banned the One Love armband. FIFA’s strict…
