Wales have added an array of rainbow flags to their World Cup training base in a defiant message after controversial events during their time in Qatar.
Captain Gareth Bale was due to wear the One Love armband during the course of the tournament to promote inclusion and show support against discrimination. However, a last minute U-turn had to be made amid fears he would be given a yellow card before the USA game kicked off.
FIFA rules state that teams displaying political messages could be sanctioned. As a result, Wales - along with Group B rivals England - backed down on their decision to wear the armband.
Ahead of their 1-1 draw with the USA, Welsh fans then had rainbow bucket hats confiscated as they attempted to enter the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium.
The Football Association of Wales highlighted their disappointment at the situation and confirmed on Wednesday that they would hold a meeting with FIFA to discuss the issue.
And ahead of their first open training session since Sunday morning, Wales showed their solidarity with the LGBT community by displaying an assortment of rainbow flags at their Al Sadd base.
A large rainbow flag was draped from the pitchside tent, while corner flags where changed from those featuring the FAW logo to ones including the Welsh dragon plastered on top of a rainbow flag.
All 28 Wales players trained in the open session on Wednesday afternoon, including midfielder Joe Allen who has not played since sustaining a hamstring injury during Swansea City's 3-0 win over Hull City on September 17.
Wales return to action against Iran on Friday morning. Kick-off is at 10am.
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