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Seattle confirms Pride match celebrations will proceed at 2026 World Cup despite Egypt and Iran protests

Seattle has confirmed that Pride match celebrations will go ahead around Egypt’s meeting with Iran on 27 June 2026, despite protests from both nations, which condemn homosexuality.The fixture in Seattle...

Egypt submits first official request to FIFA ahead of the World Cup 2026 — and the reason is the Iran match!

Tension builds around Egypt & Iran fixtureEgypt submits first official request to FIFA ahead of the World Cup 2026 — and the reason is the Iran match!The Egyptian Football Association...

Egypt rejects LGBT support activities at Iran 2026 World Cup match designated Pride fixture

The Egyptian Football Association said in a statement on Tuesday that it had rejected the organisation of any activity linked to LGBT support at their 27 June World Cup group...

Egypt and Iran complain to Fifa about World Cup ‘Pride’ match

Egypt and Iran have lodged formal complaints with Fifa regarding plans for an LGBTQ+ Pride celebration to coincide with their World Cup match in Seattle.The two Middle Eastern nations, both...

FIFA chose Iran and Egypt for LGBTQ+ Pride match, both refused

The 2026 World Cup draw produced a scene as unexpected as it was explosive: Iran and Egypt were scheduled to play the “LGBTQ+ Pride Match”, a fixture already designated by...

2026 World Cup: Egypt outraged

2026 World Cup: Egypt outragedEgypt and Iran are fuming at FIFA just seven months ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Iran, through its football federation, has strongly objected to the decision...