Ipswich reveal Sam Morsy did not wear rainbow armband due to religious beliefs

Ipswich said they “respect the decision” of their skipper but are “committed to being a fully inclusive club”.

Ipswich captain Sam Morsy opted not to wear the Premier League’s rainbow armband (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Ipswich have revealed captain Sam Morsy chose not to wear a rainbow armband in support of the LGBTQ+ community due to his religious beliefs.

The Premier League and its clubs promoted equality and diversity during the weekend fixtures as part of Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign.