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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Graham Dunbar

FIFA allows anti-discrimination captain's armbands at Women's World Cup after standoff in Qatar

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The anti-discrimination “One Love” captain’s armband denied to teams at the men’s World Cup in Qatar will be worn at the Women’s World Cup next month, but in an amended version now approved by soccer authorities.

FIFA, the sport's governing body, unveiled eight armbands on Friday that captains of the 32 teams can choose to wear in Australia and New Zealand during the tournament, which runs from July 20-Aug. 20.

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