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FIFA unveiled its full schedule for the 2026 World Cup on Saturday — after having drawn the teams into groups during Friday’s star-studded ceremony — so now each country and fan base knows when and where to tune in next summer. Article content Article content

However, one fixture in particular is sure to bring some controversy: Egypt vs. Iran.

The two countries will square off in a Group G matchup on June 26 at Lumen Field in Seattle in what had been pre-planned as a match to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month .

In a touch of irony, both Egypt and the Islamic Republic of Iran have harsh anti-gay laws in their countries.

According to Outsports , the two nations’ governments criminalize gay relationships and, in Iran, can even be punished b

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