# At World Cup, Iran-Egypt ‘Pride Match’ Stirs Conversation About Persecution

- Published: 2026-06-27T07:03:45Z
- Updated: 2026-07-06T13:54:21Z
- Section: World
- Language: English (en)
- Source: The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/27/us/world-cup-pride-seattle-iran-egypt.html
- Tags: The New York Times · Middle East
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Seattle had designated Friday’s match to celebrate L.G.B.T.Q. rights, but the teams that faced off are from countries that penalize homosexuality.

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