I ran footballer player Amir Nasr-Azadani is set to face the gallows after being sentenced to death for his reported involvement in volatile Anti-government protests regarding women’s rights.

According to reports, Nasr-Azadani, 26, had been accused and found guilty of  “waging war against God” and will be sent to hang the Iran times reports.

The gripping verdict comes weeks after his November arrest in relation to the alleged killing of a police colonel and two volunteer militia members, during violent clashes between security forces and protestors.

FIFPRO, the international soccer players union, in a statement on Monday, expressed shock and disgust at the ruling as well as support for the 26-year-old.

“FIFPRO is shocked and sickened by reports that professional footballer Amir Nasr-Azadani faces execution in Iran after campaigning for women’s rights and basic freedom in his country.”

“We stand in solidarity with Amir and call for the immediate removal of his punishment,” it said.

Iran has experienced widespread protests inside its borders since the September death of 22-year-old Amini, who died in custody after being detained by morality police on suspicion of breaking the country’s strict rules around head coverings, the Insider reports.

Following reports of her death, it’s understood that several witnesses have stated seeing police officers forcing her into a van and beating her.

Nasr-Azadani last played for Persian Gulf Pro League side Tractor but has not played professionally since his last appearance in November 2017.

According to Iran Wire, the player is one of 28 Iranians who have been sentenced to death for their roles in the protests.

Among those are three children, who have been accused of “corruption on Earth.”