Mahamadou Diawara, left, departed the France Under-19 squad over the rule to bar Muslim players from observing Ramadan while on international duty. AFP
Mahamadou Diawara, left, departed the France Under-19 squad over the rule to bar Muslim players from observing Ramadan while on international duty. AFP

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French Football Federation faces backlash after U19 player leaves squad over fasting rule

Mahamadou Diawara returns to club Lyon after reportedly feeling uncomfortable about the new rule

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March 22, 2024