FIFA: Rainbow flags allowed at Egypt-Iran match (opens original article in a new tab)

FIFA confirmed rainbow flags are allowed at the Egypt-Iran World Cup match in Seattle despite objections from both nations' football federations.

• FIFA allows rainbow flags at Egypt-Iran World Cup match in Seattle
• Egyptian and Iranian football federations objected to rainbow flags due to cultural and religious values
• FIFA stated the World Cup is inclusive and permits flags representing sexual orientation and gender identity