Crystal Palace defender, Marc Guéhi will receive a reminder from the England’s Football Association, FA, about kit regulations after writing “Jesus loves you” on his rainbow-coloured captain’s armband during a match against Ipswich Town.
Cyber Reporters gathered that Guéhi will not face any formal action.
The England international had already received a first warning hours before the Ipswich match as he had written “I love Jesus” on his rainbow armband for Palace’s 1-1 draw with Newcastle United on Saturday.
Guéhi’s actions could have led to a possible FA charge for breaking Rule A4 of the FA’s kit and advertising regulations, which forbids any religious messages or slogans on clothing.
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner played down Guéhi’s actions in his post-match interview.
“Everyone now is about integration, no discrimination and Marc as well,” Glasner said. “We spoke about it. He’s no child, he’s an adult, he has his opinion and we respect it.”
Guéhi’s decision to write the religious slogan on an armband supporting LGBTQ+ issues has been seen as an aggravating factor.
A Stonewall spokesperson stated that while they appreciate the support for LGBTQ+ inclusion, it is up to individuals to choose how they show their support.
Ipswich midfielder Sam Morsy, a practicing Muslim, refused to wear the rainbow armband last weekend and again wore the usual black version for the clash with Palace.
The FA considers Morsy’s decision to be a matter for the club and the individual and does not contravene any kit regulations.
