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Rainbow flags allowed at World Cup match between Egypt and Iran, FIFA says

FIFA confirmed that rainbow flags will be allowed at the World Cup match between Egypt and Iran. The game takes place in Seattle during the city's Pride festivities. Both Egypt and Iran lobbied tournament organizers to prohibit these symbols.

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FIFA has officially rejected requests from Iran and Egypt to ban rainbow flags at the Seattle match.

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  1. FIFA Permits Rainbow Flags for Egypt and Iran World Cup Match in Seattle

    FIFA confirmed that rainbow flags will be allowed at the World Cup match between Egypt and Iran. The game takes place in Seattle during the city's Pride festivities. Both Egypt and Iran lobbied tournament organizers to prohibit these symbols.

    What's confirmed:

    • FIFA will not prohibit fans from bringing rainbow flags into the stadium in Seattle.
    • The match between Egypt and Iran takes place in Seattle during the city's Pride weekend.
    • Iran and Egypt both expressed objections to the use of rainbow symbols and the Pride Match designation.
    • Local FIFA organizers did not consider canceling the Pride match despite pushback from Egypt and Iran.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The match is scheduled for Saturday.
    • The match is scheduled for Friday.
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