LFP launches rainbow shirts auction to support associations fighting homophobia
Following the 35th day of the Ligue 1 Uber Eats and Ligue 2 BKT, dedicated to the fight against homophobia, the Ligue de Football Professionnel launched a major auction of the shirts worn during this day on the MatchWornShirt platform.
On the occasion of the 35th day of Ligue 1 Uber Eats and Ligue 2 BKT, dedicated to the fight against homophobia, the LFP and all the professional clubs have mobilised to raise awareness of this cause among the general public. A large-scale campaign was launched on Thursday 11 May, from social networks to the pitch, using a variety of media: clips, armbands, pre-match panels.
Among them, the rainbow flockings, worn by all the players participating on this day were visible. These colours are synonymous with inclusion and tolerance towards LGBTI+ people and are present on the shirts to carry a strong message. All the profits from this sale will be donated to the associations fighting homophobia such as Foot Ensemble, PanamBoyz&Girlz United, SOS Homophobie and Ovale Citoyen.
On Wednesday 17 May, the International Day against Homophobia, a selection of shirts worn by the players of Ligue 1 Uber Eats and Ligue 2 BKT during the 35th day were put up for sale on the MatchWornShirt platform during an exceptional auction. Football fans from all over the world had the opportunity to bid for one of these shirts until Sunday, June 4th at 4 PM.
The sale raised funds that will be donated to the associations with which the LFP works on the fight against homophobia: Foot Ensemble, PanamBoyz & Girlz United, SOS Homophobie and Ovale Citoyen. The LFP wishes to support these organisations and give them the means to continue their actions, in particular the awareness-raising workshops held in professional football clubs throughout the season. Thanks to the mobilisation of professional clubs and players, 121 shirts are on sale on this occasion.
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