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Majid

Coverage of Majid in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 21 · 22:58 UTCMost recent: Jun 22 · 00:59 UTC
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FIFAorganization2Belgiumplace2Iran's national soccer teamorganization1Iranian American fanstopic1Lion and Sun flagtopic1World Cuporganization1SoFi Stadiumplace1Iranplace1Team Melliorganization1Islamic Republicorganization1Seattleplace1Egyptplace1LGBTQ+ Pridetopic1
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  • POLITICSJun 22 · 00:59 UTCPOLITICO RSS
    Support for Iran's team – but not for regime

    Iranian American fans at a World Cup match in Los Angeles booed Iran's national anthem and displayed the pre-revolution Lion and Sun flag, which is banned by FIFA. They expressed support for Iran's soccer team but opposed the current regime, highlighting a distinction between the team and government. The match against Belgium ended in a draw amid ongoing U.S.-Iran diplomatic talks.

  • WORLDJun 21 · 22:58 UTCPOLITICO RSS
    Iran's fans, pro and con

    Iran and Belgium drew 0-0 in a World Cup match, with Iranian players receiving cheers from fans waving banned pre-revolution flags. An Iranian American fan expressed support for the team despite political controversies. Iran's next match against Egypt will occur in Seattle during an LGBTQ+ Pride celebration, prompting complaints from both countries.