Iran and Egypt World Cup teams avoid questions about Seattle Pride Match celebrations
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Andrew Destin
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Iran's World Cup team and FIFA officials refused to answer questions about a "Pride Match" celebration in Seattle, where Iran faces Egypt on Friday. Both countries, which are among the most repressive for LGBTQ+ people, had previously asked for the Pride-themed events to be canceled. FIFA's PR director read a statement on behalf of Iran and asked reporters to stick to soccer questions, while Iran's coach said the team won't focus on anything happening off the field.
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Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei says his team won't be focused on anything happening off the field.
A FIFA spokesperson asked reporters before Iran's news conference on Thursday to stick to soccer-related questions.
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