Former Everton goalkeeper Neville Southall has criticised FIFA for threatening England and six other European nations with punishment had they decided to wear 'OneLove' armbands as planned in World Cup matches.
Belgium, Denmark, England, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Wales were due to promote their message of inclusivity and LGBTQ+ rights in Qatar, a country where same-sex relationships are criminalised, starting with Harry Kane leading the way in the Three Lions' opener versus Iran on Monday afternoon.
Hours ahead of kick-off, however, it emerged that none of the aforementioned nations would be carrying out this plan any longer after being warned by FIFA that punishment would follow for those participating in this campaign.
