Germany to avoid disciplinary action over covered mouths protest at World Cup

TAKING A STAND: Germany players covered their mouths as a mark of protest at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha (Mike Egerton/PA)

Germany’s players took the OneLove armband protest to a new level as their players covered their mouths during a team photo at the World Cup, but it is understood they will not face any disciplinary action from FIFA.

The move marked another day of tension between the seven European nations who supported the OneLove campaign and FIFA, with the Football Association exploring its legal options over the matter alongside Danish and German counterparts.