FIFA Allows Rainbow Flags at Iran-Egypt ‘Pride Match’

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FIFA Allows Rainbow Flags at Iran-Egypt ‘Pride Match’

FIFA will allow rainbow flags at Lumen Field when Iran face Egypt during Seattle Pride, despite both federations objecting to LGBTQ+ links. “Fans of all sexual orientations and gender identities are welcome,” FIFA said, noting rainbow flags are permitted under its stadium code. Seattle expects protests, while Pride leaders anticipate “a lot of rainbow flags” around the match.

By Nischay Rathore

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Bosnia and Herzegovina Reach Knockouts as Third-Place Threats Fade

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Bosnia and Herzegovina Reach Knockouts as Third-Place Threats Fade

Bosnia are effectively through to the World Cup Round of 32 after Scotland’s 3-0 loss to Brazil left them above key third-place rivals. Their 3-1 win over Qatar sealed four points in Group B, level with Canada but behind on goal difference. Under the 48-team format, eight of 12 third-place teams advance. Bosnia will next face the USMNT.

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Vinicius Lands Among Jairzinho, Romário, Ronaldo and Rivaldo With Group-Stage Scoring Run

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Vinicius Lands Among Jairzinho, Romário, Ronaldo and Rivaldo With Group-Stage Scoring Run

Vini Jr.’s Scotland double made him the fifth Brazilian to score in all three group matches at one World Cup. Brazil lifted the trophy on each previous occasion those icons did it. His four goals tie the national mark for a single group stage, matching the country’s top totals from 1970, 2002 and 2014 as Brazil roll into the knockouts.

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Brazil Beat Scotland 3-0 as Neymar Makes World Cup Return

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Brazil Beat Scotland 3-0 as Neymar Makes World Cup Return

Vinicius punished Scotland’s sloppy first half, scoring early after Rayan forced McKenna into a mistake before later nodding in at the back post for 2-0. Brazil killed the game in the 60th minute through Cunha's goal, then gave Neymar his first 2026 World Cup appearance when he replaced the scorer in the 76th. Scotland exited humbled after a long wait.

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Commanders TE Zach Ertz Defends American Football as Wife Julie Calls Soccer Real Football

“I’m obviously going with soccer because I’m pretty sure soccer was developed before you guys started catching the ball. Plus, you guys barely use your feet,” former USWNT star Julie Ertz said, prompting her Commanders TE husband, Zach Ertz, to agree. “But I’m going to defend American football to the death,” Zach responded. “We run on our feet, Zach,” Jason argued.

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Why Jude Bellingham Avoided Red Card for Covering Mouth During Ghana Game

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Why Jude Bellingham Avoided Red Card for Covering Mouth During Ghana Game

Bellingham avoided punishment because FIFA’s mouth-covering rule depends on context, not the gesture alone. Veteran referee Pierluigi Collina said friendly chats can continue “without any problem,” while confrontational ones can bring red cards. Bellingham's exchange with Jordan Ayew was not judged hostile. Earlier, Miguel Almiron was sent off after covering his mouth during a confrontational moment against Türkiye.

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