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Egypt Draws Iran, Advances; FIFA Upholds Pride Branding

6/27/2026

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Egypt Advances

Egypt and Iran drew 1-1 in Seattle on June 26 2026, sending Egypt to the Round of 32.
The draw left Iran with two points, keeping its knockout hopes dependent on other results.
Despite protests from Iran’s federation and Egypt’s association, FIFA denied the request to remove the “Pride Match” branding and allowed rainbow flags at the stadium.
Fans displayed Pride flags and attended drag shows while city officials highlighted Seattle’s inclusivity.

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**VAR Cancels Goal**

VAR ruled Shoja Khalilzadeh’s stoppage-time winner offside, preventing Iran’s advance.
Iran’s squad arrived early in Seattle, returned to its Tijuana base camp, and played before 66,925 spectators at Lumen Field after U.S. eased travel restrictions.
Ahmed Fattouh injured knee in the 82nd minute but stayed on.
Mohanad Lashin earned a yellow and will miss Egypt’s next match.
After Mahmoud Saber’s fifth-minute goal, Ramin Rezaeian equalised in the 14th minute.

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Egypt Advances

Egypt and Iran drew 1-1 in Seattle on June 26 2026, sending Egypt to the Round of 32.
The draw left Iran with two points, keeping its knockout hopes dependent on other results.
Despite protests from Iran’s federation and Egypt’s association, FIFA denied the request to remove the “Pride Match” branding and allowed rainbow flags at the stadium.
Fans displayed Pride flags and attended drag shows while city officials highlighted Seattle’s inclusivity.

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