Home/SportIndependent: FIFA has banned the use of the pre-revolution Iranian flag at the 2026 World Cup.Read2 minutes -Saturday 2026/05/23 - 16:23News Code:25047Share FIFA intends to ban the display of Iran’s pre-revolution flag during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. FIFA intends to ban the display of Iran’s pre-revolution flag during the 2026 World Cup in the United States, a decision that had previously been implemented at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.According to the British newspaper *The Independent*, the flag, known for its “Lion and Sun” emblem, has in recent years been used by some Iranian opponents of the Islamic Republic in the United States and elsewhere as a symbol of protest against Iran’s current government.Iran’s official flag was changed after the 1979 Revolution, replacing the Lion and Sun emblem with the symbol of the Islamic Republic and religious inscriptions—a change that observers say reflected Iran’s transition from a monarchy to a religious government.The Independent, citing *The Athletic*, reported that FIFA plans to ban the entry of this flag and similar symbols into stadiums in the United States, just as it did during the World Cup in Qatar, although some fans managed to bring the flag into stadiums covertly during the 2022 tournament.The report comes as Iran’s national football team is scheduled to participate in this summer’s World Cup in the United States despite ongoing tensions and disputes between Tehran and Washington. Iran is set to play two matches in Los Angeles and one match in Seattle.According to the report, FIFA will, however, allow Palestinian flags into stadiums because the Palestinian flag belongs to an official FIFA member, whereas Iran’s pre-revolution flag is not recognized by the Islamic Republic.The Independent also referred to FIFA’s official regulations, under which any symbols, flags, or items deemed political, offensive, or discriminatory may be prohibited.According to the tournament schedule, Iran will play:* June 15, 2026, in Los Angeles against New Zealand* June 21, 2026, against Belgium* June 26, 2026, in Seattle against EgyptThe report also notes that, under a specific scenario, Iran and the United States could face each other in the knockout stage if both teams finish second in their respective groups.The 2026 FIFA World Cup will begin on June 11, 2026. Take less than a minute, register and share your opinion under this post.Insulting or inciting messages will be deleted.Sign UpComming Up Next Greetings to you and thank you for your response. I really hope that, in the current tougher economic conditions, the Plan and Budget Organization will implement this referral of the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs' request by the President.خواندن 1 minute Ferdowsipour's revelation about the 89-member national team's trip to the Emirates: Some members of parliament also went to Dubai with the players.خواندن 1 minute New revelation: Esteghlal Club’s 13-billion contract with an unknown individual for content production!خواندن 1 minute The voice of " Iran" wrapped in Polandخواندن 1 minute Hello Military Handball players of Iran's girls' handball before confronting South Koreaخواندن 0Most ReadMemories of Akbar Hashemi - February 20, 2000 - Meeting with Abdullah Jasbi and Concerns About Election ResultsMovie / Where is Commander Morteza Talaie?Akbar Hashemi's memoirs - 1999 September 10 - The two-person political negotiations with Vaez Tabasi continued until he was escorted to Tehran, where Hashemi apparently decided to seriously participate in the sixth parliamentary elections.The records of the recent periods of the Islamic Council showed that the parliament is not in charge of affairs and cannot interfere or pass resolutions on the authority of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces at any level, let alone supervise.What will be the future of Iran with the announced candidates for the presidential election? / Conversation with Dr. Taghi Azad AramakiCan I feel tired with you?A Basiji veterinarian was appointed head of the health network instead of an otolaryngologist.Akbar Hashemi's memoirs - 1999 September 5 - The meeting of the senior managers of the judiciary with Hashemi Rafsanjani and their complaint about the neglect of Hashemi Shahroudi, the new head of the judiciary, continues.Memories of Akbar Hashemi - 1999 September 7 - In continuation of the efforts of the late Vaez Tabasi, who used to encourage Hashemi to participate in the elections in frequent meetings, this time he also met with Hashemi.Akbar Hashemi's memories - 1999 September 9 - Continued visits to the belongings, buildings and works of Astan Quds