US EditionEgypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup ‘Pride’ match in Seattle
The Pride Match will include LGBTQ+ programming despite objections from Egypt and Iran, countries where homosexuality is criminalized and punishable by imprisonment or death, organizers said.
- Egypt and Iran object to the Seattle 2026 World Cup match being designated a 'Pride Match' to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights, citing cultural and religious values.
- The Egyptian Football Association argues such events clash with FIFA's policy of neutrality on political and social issues at its competitions.
- Local organizers in Seattle commit to ensuring 'warmth, respect, and dignity' for all residents and visitors during the event despite the objections.
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In the preliminary round of the World Cup, duel Iran against Egypt comes to Seattle - during the Pride weekend. Because of planned LGBTQI+ events, Egypt is protesting at FIFA.
Egypt and Iran demand Fifa cancel World Cup ‘Pride Match’ celebrations to 'maintain spirit of unity and peace'
Egypt and Iran have urged Fifa to cancel LGBT celebrations set to take place at their group stage fixture during the 2026 World Cup to "maintain the spirit of unity and peace"
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Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle
Egypt and Iran, two Middle East nations that target gays and lesbians, have complained to FIFA over the scheduling of a World Cup soccer match in Seattle that’s expected to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride.
Iran and Egypt, which are scheduled to meet in June 2026 in Seattle, have refused this match to be dedicated to the LGBTQ+ cause, as local organizers wish.
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