Controversy over a FIFA World Cup game scheduled for Seattle could have ramifications for Vancouver.

Egypt and Iran have filed complaints with FIFA over their World Cup match in Seattle, which is slated to include Pride celebrations.

The two teams were selected in the FIFA draw to play at Seattle’s Lumen Field on June 26.

Both federations argue that the Pride event contradicts their cultural and religious values. Both countries criminalize gay relationships and in Iran it is punishable by the death penalty.

Seattle Pride organizers say their programs will proceed on that day, suggesting that FIFA might move the game between Egypt and Iran to Vancouver.

However, the Vancouver Pride Society told Global News that if that should happen, there will probably be Pride events in Vancouver

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