Belgium drops rapper Damso from World Cup song after sexism row

BBC News Friday, 9 March 2018 ()
Damso, a rapper chosen to perform the country's tournament anthem, is accused of sexist lyrics.
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A row's erupted over Belgium's official World Cup song. A rapper - known for misogynistic lyrics - has been chosen to produce it. Pro-women critics say Damso should be ditched, but the Belgian Football Association is sticking to its guns. "For us, it's quite disturbing to see the Belgian football...

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