Let's face it. The Poppy appeal is a Commonwealth thing, and I can understand FIFA not allowing such regional symbols to mark an occasion because it sets a precedent where other countries may wish to adorn their shirts with all sorts of symbols.
Also, I think some veterans would do well to come off their high horse.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/15606557.stm
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George Batt, general secretary of the Normandy Veterans' Association, has described the decision as "disgraceful".
He said: "I'm lost for words. I can't see any harm in wearing a poppy. It's so sad.
"You surely don't need rules and regulations in Fifa like this?
In Britain, Remembrance Day is commemorated on the closest Sunday to 11 November
"I would think about 90% of the population wear them [poppies].
"I think it's a bit childish because, after all is said and done, if it wasn't for us blokes, Fifa wouldn't be here."
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FIFA was founded in 1904. It seems childish to me to state that FIFA wouldn't be here without veterans.