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The decision of a Premier League captain to not wear Rainbow Laces over the weekend has been addressed by his club.
In support of the marginalised LGBTQ community, Premier League captains sported Rainbow Laces this past games week; however, there was a conspicuous omission, Ipswich's Sam Morsy.
The 33-year-old Egypt international defensive midfielder is the only one of 20 Premier League captains to wear a regular band over the weekend; hence, he stuck out like a sore thumb.
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Last season had the first such exemption in seven years, when Sheffield United’s Bosnian captain, Anel Ahmedhodzic, refused to wear the band. The 25-year-old is a Muslim.
Sam Morsy is of a similar faith, and according to a statement from the Tractor Boys’ official channels, he opted out for that reason.
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What Ipswich said
"Ipswich Town Football Club is committed to being a fully inclusive club that welcomes everyone.
“We proudly support the Premier League’s Rainbow Laces campaign and stand with the LGBTQ+ community in promoting equality and acceptance.
"During this year’s campaign, members of the club’s men’s and women’s first-teams visited our Foundation’s weekly LGBTQ+ football session, while the club also made a joint pledge of solidarity and inclusivity alongside Nottingham Forest ahead of Saturday’s game.
"At the same time, we respect the decision of our captain, Sam Morsy, who has chosen not to wear the rainbow captain’s armband due to his religious beliefs. We will continue to grow an environment where all are valued and respected, both on and off the pitch."
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