The English are behind with the times, trying to be woke, the US was dealing with that a few years ago and are over it. .
England’s players took a knee before playing while the US remained standing
Members of England's men's soccer team took a knee in protest prior to the start of its
World Cup match against the United States.
England's players also took a knee for several seconds prior to its match
against Iran on Nov. 21.
According to the AS sports news website, at least three members of the team were demonstrating against discrimination and racism. The players were also believed to be making a statement about "inclusivity."
England coach Gareth Southgate previously mentioned that his players would be taking a stance in Qatar.
"We feel we should," Southgate said following the Iran match. "We think it's a strong statement that will go around the world, especially for young people, that is important."
Meanwhile, as Iran's players took the field for their match against England, players remained silent as the country's anthem was played in an apparent show of support for protesters in their home country.
Some players were seen making thumbs-down gestures as well, according to Reuters.
A former member of Iran's
national soccer team was arrested earlier this week for criticizing the Iranian government.
For the second time in the 2022 World Cup, the Three Lions took a knee before the start of a match. English players demonstrated briefly before kicking off against the US.
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