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Seattle sticking with World Cup 'Pride Match', hoping it can change minds

Seattle is proceeding with a World Cup Pride Match between Egypt and Iran. Local LGBTQ community members hope the event will help change minds about homosexuality in those nations. FIFA has confirmed that rainbow flags are permitted for the match.

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Recent reports confirm FIFA's stance on rainbow flags following clashes with Egypt and Iran.

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  1. Seattle Maintains World Cup Pride Match Despite Pushback

    Seattle is proceeding with a World Cup Pride Match between Egypt and Iran. Local LGBTQ community members hope the event will help change minds about homosexuality in those nations. FIFA has confirmed that rainbow flags are permitted for the match.

    What's confirmed:

    • The World Cup Pride Match features Egypt and Iran.
    • Homosexuality is criminalized in both Egypt and Iran.
    • FIFA stated that rainbow flags are allowed at the match between Egypt and Iran.
    • Seattle's LGBTQ community members view the match as an opportunity to change minds.
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