Fifa charge Irish Football Association over 1916 Easter uprising logoIreland's football 1916 Easter Rising logo worn against Switzerland on March 25. Fifa has charged the Irish Football Association (FAI) over a shirt logo worn in March to commemorate the 100th anniversary of an uprising against British rule. Irish media said the Ireland logo had been used as an example by England and Scotland in negotiations with Fifa. British Prime Minister Theresa May strongly criticised Fifa on Wednesday, telling parliament that the football body's stance was "utterly outrageous". "Our football players want to recognise and respect those who have given their lives for our safety and security.

Source: Stuff November 04, 2016 15:33 UTC