Qatari TV Mocks Germany's OneLove World Cup Armbands
After FIFA warned players they would be sanctioned for wearing the armband, Germany's team protested Qatar's anti-LGBTQ-stance another way.
December 03 2022 11:00 AM
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After FIFA warned players they would be sanctioned for wearing the armband, Germany's team protested Qatar's anti-LGBTQ-stance another way.
One fan was taken into custody, others were told to throw away their LGBTQ+ items.
Despite assurances that all are welcome, the country's poor record on LGBTQ+ and women's rights questions the commitment of Qatar to keep those fans safe.
Many fans and observers note the uncanny resemblance to the female genitalia.
The small rebellion is mostly symbolic.
The Middle Eastern country has been reeling after its flagship airline was sued over non-consensual vaginal examinations of female passengers.