Marc Guéhi Faces FA Scrutiny for Religious Messages on Rainbow Armband
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi wore a 'Jesus loves you' message on his rainbow captain's armband during a match against Ipswich Town, despite a warning from the Football Association (FA) about religious messages on clothing. The rainbow armbands are part of Stonewall's Rainbow Laces campaign supporting the LGBTQ+ community. The FA reminded Guéhi and Palace of their responsibilities under Rule A4, which prohibits religious messages on kit. The incident highlights tensions between personal beliefs and inclusive campaigns in sports.