World Cup 2022: Wales take LGBTQ+ rights stand with rainbow flags

Wales sent a defiant message to the World Cup organizers by displaying the rainbow flag at their training base.

There were promises made before the tournament that teams and fans would be allowed to show their support for the rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and queer community.

The captain warned Bale against wearing a OneLove armband if he did not change his mind.

Fans entering stadiums have to remove their hats.

Laura was told to take her rainbow bucket hat off as she attended Wales' opening draw against the USA.

The security at the stadium was heavy handed and the former Sport Wales chair is gay. It was not easy to understand.

McAllister is a professor at the School of Law and Politics at the University of Wales.

Football's world governing body has warned players that they will be booked for wearing rainbow armbands.

Bale was one of seven European national captains who were going to wear an arm band to promote diversity and inclusion.

Along with England, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland, Wales was going to wear the OneLove armband.

The Football Association of Wales had said that they were frustrated. We're not happy.

We are steadfast in our belief that football is for everyone, and we stand with our members of the Welsh football family.

Along with Wales' protest, Germany also showed their displeasure on Wednesday.

Hansi Flick said that the players covered their mouths in order to convey the message that they are being silenced.

Germany will not be reprimanded for their stance, and Wales will not be reprimanded for their stance.

The Dragons will play Iran on Friday after being defeated by England in their first game.

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