Egypt and Iran ask Fifa to prevent LGBTQ+ Pride celebration at World Cup 2026 match

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• Egypt?s football body says Pride event would clash with values
  
• Iran raises objections to plans organised by local Seattle group

Egypt and Iran are calling on football?s governing body to intervene in the LGBTQ+ Pride celebration planned to coincide with their group stage match in Seattle at the 2026 World Cup.
Egypt?s Football Association (EFA) said on Tuesday it had sent a letter to Fifa urging them to prevent any LGBTQ+ Pride-related activities during the national team?s match against Iran next June.
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