The threats from FIFA went beyond the economic field and transferred to sports, with the possibility that the players with the bracelet would be reprimanded.
“We had several meetings with FIFA and last Saturday, before the game, we thought we had reached a point where we would take them. We didn’t have permission, but we would accept the fine.”
“However, on the day of the game, we were notified two hours before the game. We were put in a scenario where, at the very least, those wearing the armband would be booked and face disciplinary sanctions,” he added.
The FA insisted on its support for the LGTB movement and thus, before the match against the United States, illuminated the Wembley arch in London, as a protest against FIFA’s decision.