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Ligue 1 embroiled in astonishing saga as players refuse to wear anti-homophobia shirts

France’s Ligue 1 has become embroiled in controversy after several players refused to take part in a gesture of support against homophobia.

The French Professional League (LFP) had called for top-flight players to wear a shirt with a rainbow-coloured number on the back at this weekend's matches ahead of Wednesday's International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.

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