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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jacob Steinberg at the Khalifa International Stadium

‘We’re disappointed’: Kane unhappy that Fifa banned ‘OneLove’ armband

Harry Kane lies injured wearing a ‘No discrimination’ black armband
Harry Kane was ordered by Fifa to wear a ‘No discrimination’ black armband for the World Cup match against Iran. Photograph: Tom Jenkins/The Guardian

Harry Kane said he was disappointed after the threat of sporting sanctions from Fifa stopped the striker from wearing the “OneLove” rainbow armband during England’s 6-2 win against Iran.

Fears that captains could receive an instant booking for wearing the armband prompted the move, and LGBTQ+ groups reacted with fury at authorities preventing teams from promoting diversity during an increasingly farcical World Cup.

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