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Iran and FIFA refuse to answer questions about Seattle’s World Cup ‘Pride Match’ vs. Egypt

FIFA and the Iranian national team have refused to answer questions regarding the World Cup Pride Match in Seattle. The match features Egypt and Iran in a Group G fixture. Local organizers are celebrating the city's LGBTQ+ community during the event.

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FIFA officials and the Iranian coach have explicitly declined to discuss the Pride celebrations.

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  1. FIFA and Iran decline questions on Seattle Pride Match

    FIFA and the Iranian national team have refused to answer questions regarding the World Cup Pride Match in Seattle. The match features Egypt and Iran in a Group G fixture. Local organizers are celebrating the city's LGBTQ+ community during the event.

    What's confirmed:

    • FIFA officials and Iran's coach refused to answer questions about the World Cup Pride Match in Seattle.
    • FIFA confirmed that rainbow flags are allowed at the match between Egypt and Iran.
    • The match between Egypt and Iran is part of Group G.
    • Daniel Marin, FIFA's executive director of public relations, read a statement for the Iranian team regarding the Seattle Pride celebration.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Iran coach noted banned activities regarding the Seattle Pride event.
    • FIFA clashed with Iran and Egypt over rainbow symbols at the match.
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