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Dan Marsh

Why Harry Kane and Gareth Bale will risk World Cup fines to make a statement

Both England and Wales are set to start their World Cup campaign on Monday - but even before a ball has been kicked in Qatar, both are poised to incur fines from FIFA.

That's because the likes of Harry Kane, Gareth Bale and seven other captains from countries across Europe have committed to wearing the "One Love" armband throughout the tournament, which begins when hosts Qatar meet with Ecuador on Sunday, to show their continued support to the LGBTQ+ community.

The rainbow coloured armband is part of an anti-discrimination initiative; same-sex relationships are currently outlawed in Qatar, with homosexuality even punishable by death under laws in the country.

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