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Pride Match Drama as Egypt Advances
When Egypt and Iran drew 1-1 in a fiery Group G clash, Seattle turned it into a Pride Match — defying both nations’ restrictive LGBTQ+ laws by flying rainbow flags and hosting vibrant local events. Though officials from both countries protested the branding, the city stood firm in its commitment to inclusion. The match itself was electric, with Iran nearly clinching a dramatic 93rd-minute winner — only to see the goal disallowed for offside, handing Egypt the knockout-stage spot. Belgium topped the group, New Zealand was out, and Iran’s fate now hinges on the best third-place tiebreaker…
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