JAKARTA - The Iranian Football Federation is reportedly applying to FIFA to use black armbands when facing Egypt in the 2026 World Cup Group G match at the Seattle Stadium, Seattle, June 26 local time.
The official X account of the Iranian Embassy in Indonesia, Wednesday, explained the reason why the Iranian national team submitted the request to FIFA.
"The match coincides with Ashura Day, a day that has deep meaning for Muslims to remember sacrifice, steadfastness, and the struggle to uphold the truth," tweeted the @IraninIndonesia account.
"Through this simple symbol, Iran hopes to show respect for the noble values that Asyura carries on the world football stage," the tweet continued.
In the 2026 World Cup, Iran is in Group G with Belgium, Egypt, and New Zealand.
Before playing the match against Egypt, Team Melli is scheduled to face New Zealand first, June 15 local time, and seven days later they have to meet Belgium.
Iran is carrying out a mission to qualify for the knockout phase for the first time in history after in the previous six phases always stopped in the group stage.
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