LGBTQ+ Rights

Egypt and Iran object to Pride-themed plans for 2026 World Cup match in Seattle

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Egypt and Iran have asked FIFA to block LGBTQ+ Pride-related activities linked to their 2026 World Cup group match in Seattle, arguing the plans clash with their cultural and religious values. The two nations, where same-sex relations are criminalised or harshly punished, have formally protested a locally branded “Pride Match” scheduled for June 26 at Lumen Field, which coincides with Seattle’s Pride weekend.