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Why Seattle wasn’t swayed by World Cup Pride Match pushback by Iran, Egypt

Seattle hosted a World Cup Pride Match on June 26 featuring a game between Iran and Egypt. FIFA allowed rainbow flags and symbols at Lumen Field despite complaints from both nations' soccer federations. The match ended in a 1-1 draw.

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The match has concluded with a 1-1 result and confirmation that rainbow symbols were permitted.

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  1. Seattle Hosts World Cup Pride Match Despite Iran and Egypt Objections

    Seattle hosted a World Cup Pride Match on June 26 featuring a game between Iran and Egypt. FIFA allowed rainbow flags and symbols at Lumen Field despite complaints from both nations' soccer federations. The match ended in a 1-1 draw.

    What's confirmed:

    • The World Cup Pride Match in Seattle took place on Friday, June 26.
    • The match featured Iran against Egypt and ended in a 1-1 draw.
    • FIFA permitted the use of rainbow flags and symbols during the game.
    • Soccer federations from Iran and Egypt objected to the Pride messaging.
    • Lumen Field served as the venue for the match.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Local FIFA organizers never considered canceling the Pride match despite objections.
    • Organizers hoped the match could change minds.
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