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Iran and Egypt avoid talking about World Cup ‘Pride Match’ in Seattle
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Andrew Destin, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the statement and the team's stance are available from the source, KSAT 12.
A FIFA official recently addressed the media on behalf of the Iranian team. This occurred before the team's coach and goalkeeper fielded questions from reporters. The Iranian team is set to play a World Cup match against Egypt.
The FIFA official, Daniel Marin, read a statement from the Iranian team. This statement was related to the Pride celebration in Seattle, where the match is taking place. Further details about the statement and the team's stance are available from the source, KSAT 12.
The situation surrounding the Iranian and Egyptian teams' approach to the Pride celebration in Seattle is being reported on by the news outlet.
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Category: local Published: June 26, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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