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World Cup 2026: Seattle set for Iran-Egypt match amid ‘Pride Match’ controversy
France 24 [en]
Rainbow flags are expected to flutter across Seattle's stadium on Friday when Iran meets Egypt in the World Cup Group G match as the city marks its annual Pride parade. The two countries last year asked for Pride-themed celebrations to be cancelled, a request FIFA denied. Players and officials of both countries now say they are focused on the game.
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