FIFA has decided to permit rainbow flags at the World Cup match between Egypt and Iran in Seattle, despite objections and threats from both countries regarding LGBTQ+ symbols. The decision follows requests from Iran and Egypt to ban the flags.

The USA clinched first place in their World Cup group after Paraguay defeated Turkey, securing a favorable bracket path for the American team. This result led to Turkey's elimination from the tournament, with Paraguay's Almiron receiving the first red card under a new rule.