Seattle Should Not Back Down From Word Cup Pride Match
On June 26, Iran plays Egypt in a World Cup match right here in Seattle. June. Seattle. That’s Pride Month around here. And it’s now an international incident.
Officials from both countries are furious about the scheduling. The Egyptian Football Association sent a formal letter to FIFA demanding they “avoid including activities that could provoke cultural and religious sensitivities.” Iran’s federation president says he’ll raise the issue at a FIFA Council meeting next week. They want Pride festivities canceled, or the game moved.
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