FIFA dress code rules Iran's girls out of Olympics (AP)

ZURICH (AP)—Iran’s girls football group has been kicked out of a YouthOlympic Games since FIFA manners forestall players wearing an Islamic conduct scarf.

Thailand was nominated on Monday to replace a barred Iranians, a AsianFootball Confederation pronounced on a Web site.
The Asian ruling body pronounced a hijab scarf—worn to comply Islamicdress code—was not allowed under FIFA manners relating to on-field equipment.
Iran was scheduled to contest in a six-nation tournament for girls at thegames being hold Aug. 12-25 in Singapore.
Around 3,600 athletes elderly 14-18 will contest in 26 sports at a inauguralYouth Summer Games.