Egypt denied direct US flight ahead of crucial Iran World Cup clash (opens original article in a new tab)

Egypt's national team changed travel plans after being denied a direct flight to Seattle ahead of their World Cup match against Iran, opting to return to Spokane instead.

• Egypt's national team altered travel plans after security officials denied direct flight from Vancouver to Seattle
• Team will return to Spokane instead of staying in Seattle for World Cup clash with Iran
• Egypt defeated New Zealand 3-1 in their first-ever World Cup victory