World Cup 2026: Egypt denied request to stay in Seattle ahead of Iran game (opens original article in a new tab)

Egypt's request to base themselves in Seattle before their World Cup match against Iran was denied by US authorities on security grounds, forcing them to return to their training base in Spokane. The team secured a 3-1 victory over New Zealand, their first World Cup win.

• Egypt's request to stay in Seattle before Iran game was denied by US authorities on security grounds
• Egypt returned to training base in Spokane, 280 miles from Seattle
• Egypt won 3-1 against New Zealand, securing first World Cup match victory