Rainbow flag pitch invader released but banned from rest of World Cup

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A man carrying the flag and wearing a t-shirt reading “Respect for Iranian women” and “Save Ukraine” ran on during the game between Portugal and Uruguay on Monday night.AdvertisementA statement from the Qatar Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy read: “Following the pitch invasion that took place during last night’s Portugal v Uruguay match, we can confirm that the individual involved was released shortly after being removed from the pitch.“As a consequence of his actions, and as is standard practice, his Hayya Card has been cancelled and he has been banned from attending future matches at this tournament.”Since the Qatar World Cup began, there have been numerous controversies about fans — and journalists — being prevented from displaying rainbow flags or wearing rainbow-coloured clothing at matches.But the former Wales captain Laura McAllister said she felt intimidated having been told to remove her rainbow bucket hat when arriving at a stadium to watch Wales draw with the United States last week.Qatar’s hosting of the World Cup has seen concerns raised over LGBTQ+ rights, as well as broader human rights issues in the country."

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