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Papiss Cisse is an English Premier League footballer who plays for Newcastle United. At the beginning of the 2013-14 season, he was frozen out of training because he refused to do something, saying it was against Islamic principles (he is Muslim). After having 'discussions with teachers', he finally relented.

So what did Cisse refuse to do?

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Wonga.com is a British company that offers short-term loans and controversial for its high interest rates. It is Newcastle's shirt sponsor, but Cisse refused to wear a shirt with its logo. Interest-based loans could conflict against Islamic tenets, which is why Cisse had reservations. More here.

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