"One of the demands made by the FFIRI was that only officially recognised flags should be displayed while Iran is playing, including those being carried by fans in the stadium. That would mean that LGBTQ+ Pride flags would be banned from the matches. The already controversial request is proving to be even more complicated, considering that Iran is scheduled to play against Egypt on 26 June in Seattle in a game that has been designated the "Pride Match" by Seattle's organising committee."
"The match's theme was announced in December to much outcry, considering homosexuality is punishable by death in Iran. Egypt does not technically have a specific law against same-sex activity, but it is instead illegal under morality laws with punishment up to 17 years with hard labour, fines and deportation. Iran and Egypt both objected to taking part in the 'Pride Match' at the time, with Taj calling it an "irrational move that supports a certain group," according to The Straits Times."
"Other conditions presented to FIFA from the FFIRI include a guarantee that all of the players, coaches and officials travelling with the Iranian team will receive visas, including those who have previously served in the military with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The IRGC is currently listed as a terrorist organisation i"
Iran’s football federation provided FIFA with 10 conditions for participation in the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The federation said it would compete without retreating from its beliefs and demanded that hosts take its concerns into account. One condition requires only officially recognized flags be displayed during Iran’s matches, including flags carried by fans, which would bar LGBTQ+ pride flags. Iran is scheduled to play Egypt on 26 June in Seattle in a match designated as a “Pride Match,” creating additional complications. The federation also requested guarantees that visas be granted to all traveling players, coaches, and officials, including those previously serving in Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
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