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Virgil van Dijk hits back over criticism for not wearing ‘OneLove’ armband

Seven European nations were planning to wear rainbow-coloured armbands in support of the OneLove campaign.

The Independent UK

LGBTQ+ fans are sad about Harry Kane’s armband – but we’re tired of being political footballs

In the two days of the tournament so far, Fifa has shown itself to be utterly uninterested in LGBTQ+ inclusion, says sports journalist Jon Holmes

The Guardian - UK

Qatar World Cup: 5 things we learned on Day 2 - We fight till we're threatened

The top brass at world football's governing body Fifa showed how to bring about lasting change when it clarified its stance on teams taking a stance.

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Manchester LGBT+ inclusive football club says OneLove armband was 'already an embarrassingly small gesture'

Kane was due to wear the OneLove armband throughout the World Cup along with captains from six other nations

Manchester Evening News

World Cup announce questionable attendance figures with capacities exceeded at stadiums

There have been four games so far at the World Cup in Qatar with England and Wales featuring, but questions are being asked about the attendance figures which seem to defy the images of empty seats

Daily Mirror

Three things Gareth Southgate should keep after free-flowing England hit Iran for six

England kicked off their World Cup campaign with a commanding 6-2 win over Iran as Gareth Southgate's tactical set-up was vindicated - here is what they should keep for the USA match

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi’s last World Cup comes in a tangled web of sportswashing

The World Cup will see a culmination of ambition and opportunity for both the hosts and the world’s best player

The Independent UK

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Afternoon Update: Nauru refugees land in New Zealand; EVs to become cheaper; and a giant goldfish

First six refugees resettled in New Zealand from Australia’s offshore processing facility, nine years after the initial offer

The Guardian - AU

How to buy World Cup 2022 tickets for tournament in Qatar

All you need to know about buying tickets for the World Cup in Qatar

The Independent UK

World Cup 2022: Denmark vs Tunisia match preview

Danes, who qualified for the tournament in stunning fashion, take on Tunisia at Education City Stadium.

Al Jazeera

What time does the World Cup start today and when does Qatar 2022 end?

Qatar World Cup start dates, times and teams

The Independent UK

People are being told to remove rainbow-coloured clothing and items at the Qatar World Cup. Here's why

Qatar's hardline stance on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) issues is at the centre of the world's attention.

ABC News

World Cup 2022: The five talking points out of Qatar after day two of action

From protests to timekeeping issues to some 'interesting' crowd figures, the Qatar World Cup had the headline writers working overtime on day two of action. These are the five moments that stole the spotlight.

ABC News

Today at the World Cup: Argentina and France prepare for openers

On Monday, England made an impressive start by thrashing Iran

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2022 briefing: Mbappé and Messi step up on day three

Both players are expected to lead their teams to the trophy – and both play for Qatari-owned Paris Saint-Germain

Wales Online

Fifa's sanctioning players wearing OneLove armbands has given a 'platform to hatred', say LGBT groups

A joint statement from seven European countries that signed up to the OneLove campaign confirmed the anti-discriminatory armbands will no longer be worn due to fears of sanctions

The Independent UK

What the papers say – November 22

The papers cover the World Cup, new cancer treatments and change at the top of Disney.

The Guardian - AU

‘Draconian’: gay footballer Josh Cavallo hits out at Fifa over rainbow armband edict

Josh Cavallo has criticised Fifa’s decision to penalise players at the World Cup who show support for the LGBTQ+ community

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Daily Mirror

EastEnders' Mick Carter makes hilarious football quip in BBC soap's nod to World Cup

Danny Dyer's character Mick Carter referenced the 'kick up the nuts' that England got four years ago during the 2018 World Cup

Daily Mirror

I'm A Celeb fans moved as Jill Scott says 'football is for all' amid World Cup backlash

As Jill Scott spoke with Boy George and Seann Walsh about coming out and sexuality, the Lioness hero recalled her own experience growing up with no female role models in football - something I'm A Celebrity viewers couldn't help but note was very timely

Daily Mirror

England captain Harry Kane ordered NOT to wear OneLove armband supporting gay rights

England captain Harry Kane and Wales counterpart Gareth Bale were threatended with a booking for wearing their OneLove armbands in support of the LGBTQ+ community at the World Cup

The Independent UK

England and Wales up and running at World Cup amid off-pitch concerns for fans

The Three Lions comfortably overcame Iran 6-2 to head straight to the top of group B.

Daily Mirror

Jack Grealish hits out at "stupid" FIFA decision to stop One Love armband being worn

FIFA moved to stop the England and eight other countries wearing the One Love armband at the World Cup, with the FA abandoning the campaign supporting the LGBT+ community as a result

Daily Mirror

Voice of the Mirror: 'FIFA should be ashamed for banning OneLove armbands from pitch'

FIFA banning England and Wales players from wearing OneLove armbands that stand up to prejudice against the LGBTQ+ community shows how they've sold out

The Guardian - UK

Iran stand with protesters as England and Wales bow to Fifa over armbands

On a hectic day at the World Cup the Iran players’ extraordinary gesture contrasted sharply with meek end to OneLove protest

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