Sam Morsy's reason for Rainbow armband refusal as Ipswich Town issue statement:
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Ipswich confirms Morsy's religious reason for armband refusalMorsy was the only Premier League captain without a Rainbow armband at the weekend; Ipswich plans initiatives before hosting Crystal Palace.
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- Sam Morsy did not wear a Rainbow armband in Ipswich's defeat by Nottingham Forest on Saturday, making him the only one of the 20 Premier League captains to do so, with the club citing religious reasons.
- Ipswich reaffirmed its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and plans further initiatives around Tuesday's home match against Crystal Palace, including a stadium-screen feature before kick-off.
- The Rainbow Tractors supporters' group called Morsy's decision disappointing but said it continued to respect his religious beliefs.
- Research published by Stonewall last week found that 27 percent of LGBTQ+ people do not feel welcome in community sport and 22 percent experienced discrimination there.
It has been incredible to see so many football teams at all levels support our Rainbow Laces campaign to make sport safer and more inclusive for all. When clubs like Ipswich Town FC show their support, it helps people feel safe and welcome both on and off the pitch. It is up to individuals to choose if and how they show their support for LGBTQ+ inclusion in sport.— Stonewall spokesperson, commenting on the Rainbow Laces campaign and inclusivity in sport
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- Ipswich took the lead through Conor Chaplin before a further goal was disallowed for a foul and Enes Ünal and Dango Ouattara scored late for Bournemouth.
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Key FactsIpswich Captain Morsy Refuses Rainbow Armband
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- Sam Morsy, captain of Ipswich Town, declined to wear a LGBTQ+ rainbow armband for religious reasons.
- The Premier League and its clubs celebrated LGBTQ+ inclusion through the Rainbow Laces campaign, which has been significant since 2013.
- Ipswich Town respected Morsy's choice while reaffirming their commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and support for the Rainbow Laces campaign.
- The club aims to foster a respectful environment for all individuals, both on and off the pitch.
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Key FactsDefiance Over FIFA Ban on Rainbow Armbands
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- Germany’s players covered their mouths during a team photo before facing Japan to protest FIFA’s threat against the ‘OneLove’ armband.
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