the 2026 World Cup
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US Media Criticize Seattle Committee for Labeling Iran–Egypt Match as “Pride Game”
sportSeveral American outlets have criticized the Seattle Local Organizing Committee after it designated the Iran–Egypt World Cup match as a “Pride Game” in solidarity with the LGBTQ community.
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Iran and Egypt Protest “Pride Game” Label
sportIran and Egypt have formally objected to the U.S. decision to label their World Cup group-stage match in Seattle as a “Pride Game,” a move they describe as inappropriate and politically charged.
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Predictions from Seven Global Media Outlets on Iran’s Chances at the World Cup
sportSeven major international media outlets have released their assessments of Iran’s prospects for advancing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Spain and Five Other Countries Considered for Iran’s Pre-World Cup Friendlies
sportAccording to the manager of Iran’s national team, six countries have expressed readiness to play friendly matches ahead of the 2026 World Cup.