Iran and Egypt will headline Seattle's 'Pride Match.' Here's why that's controversial
26-06-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca

Iran and Egypt will headline Seattle's 'Pride Match.' Here's why that's controversial

Iran and Egypt's FIFA World Cup game on Friday is being marketed as the 'Pride Match' by Seattle organizers. It's not a decision made by FIFA, but that hasn't stopped a wave of controversy from clouding the buildup to the pivotal group-stage game.
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