Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi to face no formal action over ‘Jesus’ message on armband

Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi is to face no formal action after displaying a Christian message on his captain’s armband, Sky News understands.

“I love Jesus” was written on the footballer’s Premier League-issued LGBTQ+ campaign rainbow armband during a match at the weekend.

The laws of football prohibit any religious messaging appearing on kit.

He then wore another stating “Jesus loves you” during a game against Ipswich on Tuesday night, but it is understood the FA will still not take action.

Both he and his club have been reminded of kit regulations, which state that the appearance of any religious messaging on clothing, boots or any other equipment is banned under Rule A4.

Captains have been wearing rainbow armbands in the last two rounds of Premier League matches, as part of the Rainbow Laces campaign, which offers support to the LGBTQ+ community.

It is not compulsory for captain’s to wear the armbands – individual players can make their own choices.

Last weekend, Ipswich’s Sam Morsy was the only captain to opt out of wearing it, due to his religious beliefs as a practising Muslim.

Ipswich Town FC has said it is “committed to being a fully inclusive club that welcomes everyone” but that it respects its captain’s decision due to his “religious beliefs”.