Seattle, June 27 -- Iran captain Mehdi Taremi said his team's focus at the FIFA World Cup 2026 was only on football after being asked about the tournament's 'Pride Game'.

He said that while "our religion doesn't accept that", Iran respects the LGBT community following Team Melli's 1-1 Group G draw against Egypt.

The last group-stage game of Iran was designated as the 'Pride Game' by local organisers, and some rainbow flags were visible inside the stadium.

Addressing the media after the match in Seattle, Taremi was asked about the fixture being promoted as a pride game and whether it had any impact on the Iranian team.

"Our religion doesn't accept that, but we respect all of the LGBT people. That's the idea, it's not about us, we are h...