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Fifa orders Belgium to remove the word ‘love’ from World Cup shirt collar

The Independent understands it is a separate issue from the OneLove armband which several teams backed away from wearing after Fifa pressure

The Independent UK

Teddy Sheringham brands Fifa’s LGBTQ armband threat ‘a joke’

Sheringham said he would have ‘loved’ to see England captain Harry Kane wear the armband.

The Independent UK

Harry Kane sends message after England World Cup win and ankle injury scare vs Iran

World Cup news: Harry Kane grabbed two assists in England's 6-2 win against Iran but took a hefty knock to his ankle in the second half

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Fifa’s rainbow armband ban is shameful

Brief letters: OneLove protest | Gary Lineker

The Guardian - UK

The Leader podcast: England’s World Cup begins

As England secured a strong 6-2 win against Iran in their first game of the 2022 World Cup, controversy around this year’s tournament remains firmly part of the conversation.

Evening Standard

‘It’s not allowed’: US journalist ‘detained’ entering World Cup match for wearing rainbow t-shirt

Qatar stadium security guards reportedly restricted access for the Group B fixture where Wales face USA

The Independent UK

Talking Point: What do you think of England’s decision not to wear the OneLove armband?

England, along with six other football federations, said they felt “angry” and “betrayed” by FIFA’s stance towards their ‘OneLove’ armbands.

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John Oliver on Qatar: ‘No reason to believe Fifa will ever do the right thing’

The Last Week Tonight host looks into the costs – in dollars, suffering and human life – behind Fifa’s 2022 World Cup in Qatar

The Guardian - US

England show their true colours with meek surrender in armband fiasco

The threat of ‘sporting sanctions’ from Fifa was enough for England and other countries to abandon their principles

The Guardian - UK

England hit Iran for six in World Cup opener as fans endure ticketing ‘carnage’

Several fans heading to the group B fixture endured ticketing problems as they attempted to enter the stadium.

The Independent UK

Country erupts in celebration as England wins first World Cup match against Iran

The Three Lions won 6 to 2 at the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar where they played Iran - fans across England were seen tossing beer and ripping their shirts off in celebration

Daily Mirror

Belgium forced to make adjustment to World Cup shirt days ahead of first clash

Belgium have confirmed they will make a late change to one of their World Cup kits as FIFA continue their crackdown on the 'One Love' campaign they were part of

Daily Mirror

World Cup concussion rules explained following England vs Iran incidents

Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand was down for 10 minutes before being substituted off during the first half of his side’s 6-2 defeat by England at the World Cup

Daily Mirror

England 6-2 Iran, FIFA wins again

If Filippo Inzaghi was born offside and Patrick Vieira perennially one yellow card away from suspension, what of Harry Kane?

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Six of the best for England but ticket ‘carnage’ for fans at stadium

England celebrated a 6-2 victory over Iran in Qatar World Cup but some fans arrived late due to ticket issues.

Daily Mirror

David Beckham watches England thrash Iran amid criticism over £150m Qatar role

Former England captain and Qatar World Cup ambassador David Beckham was caught watching Gareth Southgate's side as they thumped Iran 6-2 on Monday at the Khalifa International Stadium

Chicago Sun-Times

FIFA prohibits team captains from wearing human rights armbands at World Cup

Just hours before the first players wearing the armbands in support of the “One Love” campaign were set to take the field, the governing body of soccer warned they would immediately be shown yellow cards.

Evening Standard

Vindication for Gareth Southgate as England put World Cup 2022 favourites on alert with Iran thrashing

England were too cowardly to make a statement with an armband against Iran but Gareth Southgate’s bravery was rewarded with a statement performance as his side began the World Cup with a 6-2 dismantling of Iran.

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Bangkok Post

Saka at the double as England hit Iran for six

DOHA: England got their World Cup campaign off to a flying start as they rattled in the goals past a shell-shocked Iran and cruised to an impressive 6-2 Group B victory on Monday in a timely return to form for Gareth Southgate's side.

Football London

Why Harry Maguire will miss England vs USA 2022 World Cup clash due to FIFA ruling

World Cup news: Harry Maguire put in a stellar performance for England against Iran but he may now miss the Three Lions next group stage fixture against USA

The Independent UK

Thrilling England hit six as Iran show Fifa how to take World Cup stand

England 6-2 Iran: Teenage midfielder Jude Bellingham was at the heart of a relentless attacking performance by Gareth Southgate’s side as Iran fans protested against the regime

Evening Standard

How to play Google’s World Cup 2022 mini-game

You can take on other players by scoring goals against an animated goalie in Goggle doodle’s game.

Daily Mirror

England vs Iran winners as Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka shine in World Cup win

ENGLAND 6-2 IRAN: Goals from Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka (two), Raheem Sterling, Marcus Rashford and Jack Grealish secured a big World Cup victory for the Three Lions

Evening Standard

Who is Alex Scott? BBC Sport’s presenter wears OneLove armband after England ban

Prior to the game, FIFA threatened competing nations their captains would be sanctioned if they chose to wear the OneLove armband.

The Independent UK

England vs Iran: Six things we learned amid concussion sub issues as Three Lions run riot

England 6-2 Iran: Bellingham, Saka and Sterling put the Three Lions in control in their Group B opener, while Taremi scored two around Saka’s second and goals off the bench for Rashford and Grealish

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