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Security escort man wearing pro-Iran protest shirt ahead of match

A man wearing a jersey declaring support for anti-government protesters in Iran was escorted by security officers into the stadium where the national team was due to play a World Cup match with Wales on Friday, a Reuters witness said.

Reuters

FA snubbed FIFA meeting ahead of England ditching OneLove armband at World Cup

The English FA reportedly did not attend a meeting with FIFA one month ahead of the World Cup to discuss England wearing the OneLove armband during the tournament

Daily Mirror

Editorial: Of pints and goals: Qatar’s beer ban should remind us of the costs of alcohol

Beer and futbol go together like dishonesty and Donald Trump, so surely it feels wrong that the taps are closed at packed World Cup stadiums. On the other hand, Qatar is a conservative Muslim country; what did FIFA, the sport’s world governing body, expect? Besides, those who’ve descended on Doha…

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Fifa bans fans from dressing as crusaders at England vs USA World Cup fixture

Fans have been spotted at the tournament dressed in chainmail while carrying plastic swords and shields with the St George cross.

The Independent UK

Fifa bans England fans from dressing as crusaders at Qatar World Cup

SUPPORTERS have been barred from dressing as crusaders at England’s World Cup clash with the USA in Qatar.

The National (Scotland)

Harry Kane spotted with 'Rainbow Rolex' as Bukayo Saka give OneLove armband verdict ahead of USA

The England skipper did not wear the OneLove armband that had been planned to wear to promote diversity and inclusion

Football London

Kick It Out accuse Fifa of ‘sinister abuse of power’ over OneLove armband ban

FIFA threatened sporting sanctions, starting at a yellow card for the captains, if the armbands were worn.

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FIFA accused of snubbing England referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor at World Cup

Premier League referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor are yet to officiate a fixture at the Qatar World Cup and FIFA have not confirmed when they will break their ducks

Daily Mirror

John Needham says St Mirren must balance the books in January but insists club won't risk derailing top six bid

The Buddies invested heavily in the summer, leaving them with a larger playing squad than anticipated.

Daily Record

Dozens of Wales fans to miss Iran World Cup game after Qatar permits glitch at airport

They have not been given permission to fly from Dubai Airport

Wales Online

This world cup is shameful so why are brands still running into the box?

Hypocrisy surrounds this year’s games. Despite lip service paid, pundits and brands alike can’t stay away

Evening Standard

Granit Xhaka on World Cup protests: "We're here to play football, not hand out lessons"

Germany remain the only World Cup team to stage a protest following seven federations' decision to renege on wearing the OneLove armband, and Granit Xhaka has explained why Switzerland chose not to

Daily Mirror

Sanjay Bhandari: Sinister abuse of power from FIFA over OneLove armband

FIFA threatened sporting sanctions, starting at a yellow card for the captains, if the armbands were worn.

The Independent UK

England and Wales fans descend on Doha in their thousands for crunch World Cup games

England face the United States on Friday evening with Wales facing Iran earlier in the day with tens of thousands of Brits descending on Qatar for a huge day in the World Cup 2022

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Wales Online

Who is Wales v Iran referee Mario Escobar and the assistant whose name could bode well for the Welsh

Rob Page's side take on the Iranians in their second World Cup group game

Daily Mirror

Harry Kane's not-so-subtle £535k message to FIFA amid World Cup 2022 armband row

Harry Kane and six other World Cup captains were barred from wearing the OneLove armband - which aims to promote inclusion and diversity - at the tournament in Qatar

The Conversation

World Cup concussion rules may be putting players' lives at risk

In the eighth minute of their Fifa men’s World Cup match against England, Iranian goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand collided face-first with a teammate. The clash left the keeper bloodied, unsteady on his feet, and apparently disoriented - in no state to play.

The Guardian - UK

Europe shows Infantino the way on the pitch – now it must do the same off it

The roots of football, the strongest leagues and the last four nations to win the World Cup all hail from the continent

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Daily Mirror

World Cup Power Rankings: Every team rated and slated after first group game

The Qatar World Cup is now one quarter of the way through and there has been a healthy mix of dominant displays and shock results - but who will go the distance? Here's how things look so far...

Daily Mirror

England captain Harry Kane urged to show more support for LGBT+ community as FIFA slammed

Harry Kane was set to wear a One Love armband to show support for the LGBT+ community but backtracked after threats from FIFA, but openly gay footballer Collin Martin believes he can do more

AAP

ALW captains unite to wear pride armband

A-League Women captains will show their solidarity with the LGBTQI community by wearing specially commissioned pride armbands for their upcoming matches.

The Independent UK

Fifa bans fans from dressing as crusaders at England versus USA match

Fans have been spotted at the tournament dressed in chainmail while carrying plastic swords and shields with the St George cross.

Daily Mirror

Timothy Weah emerges from father's shadow after receiving Pele Instagram reaction

George Weah is the only African to win the Ballon d'Or and is now the President of Liberia - his son Timothy Weah is currently starring for the United States at World Cup 2022

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2022 briefing: who stands out now all 32 teams have played?

It may feel like a blur but every team in Qatar has now played once. What can we learn from the finals so far?

The Independent UK

Rainbow hats and flags get go-ahead as Wales and England seek World Cup progress

All eyes will be on the players of Wales and England to see if they follow Germany’s lead and make a stand pre-match.

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