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Iran flag differences, explained: What to know about World Cup ban and history before, after 1979 revolution

Why Iran's flag has caused some controversy for fans attending the World Cup in North America.
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FIFA facing last-minute verdict on pre-revolutionary Iran flag ban at World Cup

The pre-revolutionary Iranian flag is banned from World Cup matches, as it stands. Getty Images FIFA could be forced to allow supporters to bring pre-revolutionary flags into Iran’s opening World Cup ...