<p>The football World Cup match between Portugal and Uruguay on Monday (November 28) was invaded by a man, holding a rainbow flag and wearing a shirt saying "Respect For Iranian Women".&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the front of his shirt, "Save Ukraine" was printed as he ran onto the pitch during the second half of the game.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid the rainbow flag controversy in the ongoing Qatar World Cup, the apparent protester remained on the pitch for about 30 seconds before the security staff intervened and dragged him away.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In Qatar, a country where homosexuality is illegal, the use of the rainbow flag and gay rights have become an issue during the World Cup.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, the Qatari government does not recognise same-sex marriage or civil partnerships. The government also does not allow people in Qatar to campaign for LGBT rights.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ahead of the showpiece event, captains of seven European teams had planned to wear rainbow-themed armbands to support diversity.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, they said that in case players wear&nbsp;it, disciplinary action might be taken against them by football's governing body FIFA, including yellow cards.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Gravitas: Iranian regime won't spare its own kin?&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>During Portugal vs Uruguay match, Portugal beat Uruguay 2-0 with two goals from Bruno Fernandes. Portugal became the third team after France and Brazil to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Portugal's second win in two games put them on top of Group H with six points and heading into the last 16.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the other hand, Uruguay are third by one point. They must beat Ghana in their final group game to have a chance of progressing.&nbsp;</p>

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The football World Cup match between Portugal and Uruguay on Monday (November 28) was invaded by a man, holding a rainbow flag and wearing a shirt saying "Respect For Iranian Women".

The football World Cup match between Portugal and Uruguay on Monday (November 28) was invaded by a man, holding a rainbow flag and wearing a shirt saying "Respect For Iranian Women". On the front of his shirt, "Save Ukraine" was printed as he ran onto the pitch during the second half of the game. Amid the rainbow flag controversy in the ongoing Qatar World Cup, the apparent protester remained on the pitch for about 30 seconds before the security staff intervened and dragged him away. ALSO READ | World Cup: Did Lionel Messi insult Mexican jersey? Champion boxer warns Argentine over locker room celebration Watch the video here: The pitch invader during the game of Portugal vs Uruguay! pic.twitter.com/Bxrj6qvUhf — 𝘼𝙗𝙙𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙝 ⓫ - عبدالله 🇪🇸 (@abdallah_rm11) November 28, 2022 × In Qatar, a country where homosexuality is illegal, the use of the rainbow flag and gay rights have become an issue during the World Cup. Notably, the Qatari government does not recognise same-sex marriage or civil partnerships. The government also does not allow people in Qatar to campaign for LGBT rights. IN PICS | Why players are donning Batman style face masks on pitch at FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar Ahead of the showpiece event, captains of seven European teams had planned to wear rainbow-themed armbands to support diversity. However, they said that in case players wear it, disciplinary action might be taken against them by football's governing body FIFA, including yellow cards. WATCH | Gravitas: Iranian regime won't spare its own kin? × During Portugal vs Uruguay match, Portugal beat Uruguay 2-0 with two goals from Bruno Fernandes. Portugal became the third team after France and Brazil to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage. Portugal's second win in two games put them on top of Group H with six points and heading into the last 16. On the other hand, Uruguay are third by one point. They must beat Ghana in their final group game to have a chance of progressing. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Portugal beat Uruguay 2-0 on Monday with two goals from midfielder Bruno Fernandes to become the third team after France and Brazil to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage.</p>

<p>The Europeans had dominated possession before Fernandes' 54th-minute cross floated past Uruguayan goalkeeper Sergio Rochet, who was rooted to the spot as Cristiano Ronaldo rose to head the ball and initially celebrated the goal as his.</p>

<p>Fernandes scored the second in injury time after a penalty was awarded for handball following a video review.</p>

<p>Uruguay, who had knocked Portugal out of the 2018 World Cup, will rue a string of chances on the break: midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur skipped past three players only to see his shot brilliantly saved, Maxi Gomez hit the post and Luis Suarez shot into the side netting.</p>

<p>Portugal's second win in two games put them top of Group H on six points and heading into the last 16. Uruguay, third on one point, must beat Ghana in their final group game to have a chance of progressing.</p>

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Portugal beat Uruguay 2-0 on Monday with two goals from midfielder Bruno Fernandes to become the third team after France and Brazil to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage.

Portugal beat Uruguay 2-0 on Monday with two goals from midfielder Bruno Fernandes to become the third team after France and Brazil to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage. The Europeans had dominated possession before Fernandes' 54th-minute cross floated past Uruguayan goalkeeper Sergio Rochet, who was rooted to the spot as Cristiano Ronaldo rose to head the ball and initially celebrated the goal as his. Fernandes scored the second in injury time after a penalty was awarded for handball following a video review. Uruguay, who had knocked Portugal out of the 2018 World Cup, will rue a string of chances on the break: midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur skipped past three players only to see his shot brilliantly saved, Maxi Gomez hit the post and Luis Suarez shot into the side netting. Portugal's second win in two games put them top of Group H on six points and heading into the last 16. Uruguay, third on one point, must beat Ghana in their final group game to have a chance of progressing. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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