'Respect the culture' - Fifa urged to allow Pride Match

A member of the World Cup Pride Match advisory committee hopes Fifa will support LGBTQ+ celebrations during the 2026 World Cup match between Egypt and Iran in Seattle. Despite calls from the Egyptian FA to cancel the celebrations, local organizers intend to proceed with the event. The committee asserts that the celebrations are an integral part of Seattle's culture and should be respected by visiting teams, urging Fifa to uphold inclusivity and diversity.