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The comedy routine was blasted due to graphic lyrics describing the execution of LGBTQ+ people in Qatar.
"I see what they were trying to do but turning such brutal, systemic violence into a song isn't the way to raise awareness."
“We’re talking about common decency... You can’t treat people like that."
Protests, empty seats and even bucket hats supporting the LGBTQ+ community confiscated.
The presenter made a powerful statement ahead of England's first World Cup match just hours after several teams made a u-turn on wearing the armbands.
Downing Street says the UK will continue to "encourage equal treatment" after England and Wales U-turn over pride armbands.
"In many ways, it was like your deal with Qatar, David. Total bulls*** from the start."
The Good Morning Britain anchor questioned whether it was necessary for Gary to broadcast from Qatar.
The comic gave the footballer an ultimatum after he signed a reported £10 million deal to be the face of the country despite its appalling human rights record.
This is what they had to say about their involvement in Qatar.