England World Cup Squad Expected To Fly To Qatar On Plane Named Rain Bow

Part of the Virgin Atlantic fleet, Airbus also features a cartoon figure of a man holding a union flag and wearing rainbow trainers. The aircraft, chartered by the FA, has registration number GV-PRD, short for ‘Pride’. Although the FA did not request this particular plane, it is understood that they are perfectly happy with its use. He will land in a country where same-sex relations are a criminal offence. a law that meant many LGBTQ+ fans decided not to travel. The England team pose for a new photo It also comes a week after Qatar’s FIFA World Cup ambassador Khalid Salman described homosexuality as “mind damage” in an interview with a German television network. England captain Harry Kane, along with captains from other national teams have already said they will wear the ‘OneLove’ armband during the tournament in support of LGBTQ+ fans. FIFA has yet to approve its use, but the FA say Kane intends to wear the armband regardless. FIFA president Gianni Infantino recently sent a letter to all competing nations to stop talking politics and focus on the football ahead. Want a quick and special update on the biggest news? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out what you need to know…