Overview
- The June 26, 2026 group game in Seattle will feature Iran vs. Egypt, as set by the recent FIFA draw.
- Seattle’s committee says the Pride designation will stand and will be tied to PrideFest with community programming, public art and support for LGBTQ+ businesses.
- Organizers stress the initiative is locally led and not a FIFA program, and FIFA plus the Iranian and Egyptian federations had not commented at the time of reporting.
- Coverage cites severe penalties for same-sex conduct in Iran and enforcement via morality laws in Egypt to explain why the matchup is sensitive.
- The 2022 Qatar dispute over the One Love armband is noted as a relevant precedent, while Seattle’s mayor-elect Katie Wilson voices support as official reactions remain pending.