Khalilzadeh was eventually ruled offside by the slightest of margins. Still, offside is offside and the goal was waved off. One of the Egypt players bent down and kissed the grass in relief as half the stadium howled.
Iran would have another chance, banging a shot off the crossbar, but they could never find the game-winner that counted.
The World Cup brings global attention to Seattle asIran and Egyptmeet in group‑stage play.
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Fans with rainbows painted on their cheeks arrive before the FIFA World Cup2026 Group G match between Egypt and Iranat Seattle Stadium on June 26, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.
See Iran vs. Egypt World Cup 'Pride Match' photos from Seattle stadium
Fans with rainbows painted on their cheeks arrive before the FIFA World Cup2026 Group G match between Egypt and Iranat Seattle Stadium on June 26, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.
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See Iran vs. Egypt World Cup 'Pride Match' photos from Seattle stadium
