Iran-Egypt ‘Pride Match’ Stirs Conversation About Persecution
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Seattle’s World Cup host committee designated Friday’s game as its official Pride Match without initially knowing it would feature Iran and Egypt, countries known for persecuting LGBTQ individuals.
- The city of Seattle, known for its progressive politics and inclusivity, hopes the match will spark meaningful conversations within LGBTQ communities in Iran and Egypt.
- Jen Barnes, a Pride Match organizer, emphasized that the game is dedicated to people worldwide who cannot safely come out or face discrimination.
