Lakers Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Lauds the US Men’s National Team for Huge Step at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar

The Lakers legend, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, is always aware of the facts around the world. Moreover, he often voices his opinions on them through his blogs. Recently, he penned down his thoughts and expressed his appreciation towards the US Men’s national team’s work to stand against the policies of the Qatar government. The Los Angeles Lakers legend also expressed his take on the words of FIFA president, Gianni Infantino.

Last week, Gianni Infantino called out the detractors who criticized the decision to select Qatar as the host country for the tournament despite scores of allegations of human rights violations and controversial LGBTQ+ policies.

In a recent press conference, Infantino criticized the perception of the western countries towards the LGBQT+ policies of Qatar. He said that he understood the current feelings of the Qataris, Arabs, and Africans. Because he was bullied in his childhood for having freckles and red hair. The FIFA president also asked the participating nations to play football without involving themselves in any political situations. In other words, he wanted them to respect the domestic policies of the host nation.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar calls out the FIFA President

Abdul-Jabbar called out Infantino for his ignorant remarks. In fact, he pointed out that the mistreatment faced by the FIFA president is in no way comparable to the life-threating dangers minority groups face on a daily basis in countries like Qatar. “I’m still reeling from his tone-deaf comparison of being bullied for having red hair and freckles to the kind of violent, life-threatening, rights-denying abuse the LGBTQ+ community faces,” he stated.

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Meanwhile, Abdul-Jabbar applauded the initiative taken by the US men’s national team despite the warning of Infantino. The six-time MVP said he was proud when he found them training with a group of migrant construction workers.

The Los Angeles Lakers legend also appreciated how the team chose to wear a rainbow flag on their crest to show support for the LGBQT+ communities. Abdul-Jabbar finished off by saying, “That’s a win right there.” which probably depicted his appreciation of the activities of his country’s national soccer team.

Kareem dissects the words of Infantino

Besides congratulating his national soccer team, Abdul Jabbar also reflected on the words of Infantino. He termed Infantino’s comparison as tone-deaf. He further indicated Qatar is trying to polish its tarnished reputation through a prestigious sports event. China did the same with the Winter Olympics of 2022.

Furthermore, he stated no country goes by without committing regrettable acts. However, he pointed out that, “There’s a difference when the regrettable act is lying or stealing and when it is rape or murder.” His statement reflected his view towards the accusations made on Qatar regarding their anti-LGBQT+ policies and mistreatment of immigrants.

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