World Cup journey

ENGLAND’S World Cup squad set off yesterday for the controversial World Cup in Qatar. They jetted out to Doha from Birmingham on a plane called ‘Rain Bow’. Among the criticism of the hosts is the country’s oppressive laws towards LGBT+ people. The rainbow is the symbol of LGBT+ pride. England skipper Harry Kane is one of several national captains, along with Wales’ Gareth Bale, who plan to participate in the ‘OneLove’ campaign during the tournament to oppose discrimination.

It is understood the FA did not choose the plane, but was happy to fly on it.