FIFA World Cup 2026: "We respect all of LGBT people," says Iran skipper Taremi after 'Pride Game' against Egypt

Iran Herald · June 27, 2026 Culture

Seattle [US], June 27 (ANI): Iran captain Mehdi Taremi said his team's focus at the FIFA World Cup 2026 was only on football after being asked about the tournament's 'Pride Game'. He said that while 'our religion doesn't accept that', Iran respects the LGBT community following Team Melli's 1-1 Group G draw against Egypt.