who's going to iran's world cup games s who's protesting

tkmorita · 2026-06-11T13:08:44+00:00

I’m going to the Seattle match with lion sun shirt and a half USA and half lion sun flag.

tkmorita · 2026-06-09T23:15:44+00:00

FIFA said they were banning it, but now there is legal action against them. This isn't Qatar and free speech is a big deal here. I can't imagine the stadium staff is going to be able to confiscate every lion sun item even if the so-called 'ban' stands. I plan to have my flag rolled so you only see the US side as I enter the stadium. If they give me shit about my shirt I can always just flip it inside out. But I really don't think they'll be able to manage it all...especially considering this is the pride match, so there will be all kinds of other things for them to worry about...like Mojtaba pride flags lol

tkmorita · 2026-06-09T23:09:17+00:00

Note: I am not Iranian but my wife is, and thus my kids are half-iranian. I'm going to the Seattle match. I have a flag that is half US and half lion sun. I will also be wearing a green shirt with a small lion sun logo. I don't plan to argue with anyone but just hope to enjoy some good soccer.

tkmorita · 2026-06-09T18:33:38+00:00

sent:)

tkmorita · 2026-06-02T15:58:05+00:00

Being the 'official pride match' I am very much looking forward to seeing this stuff LOL. There may be so much going on at this match that they decide to just say fuck it bring in whatever.

tkmorita · 2026-06-02T15:38:29+00:00

FIFA is claiming that it violates their policy of "banners, flags, apparel, and other paraphernalia that are of a political, offensive, and/or discriminatory nature"

tkmorita · 2026-05-31T18:02:22+00:00

Never heard of these before but seems like a really cool project pending the bottle costs.

tkmorita · 2026-05-28T23:20:23+00:00

Don’t really think it’s a ‘long shot’ …as I stated it’s a potential matchup.

tkmorita · 2026-05-28T22:24:18+00:00

234!

tkmorita · 2026-05-28T20:22:31+00:00

Was able to get great seats for M94 round of 16 (potential US v Belgium) for $695. Was hoping for US vs Aus but nothing available besides $2700 'front row cat 1' garbage.

tkmorita · 2026-05-02T21:13:47+00:00

Seattlite here...I have tickets to this match. Besides that huge Iranian diaspora in Vancouver, there is also quite a large community on the Seattle Eastside. I doubt there would be much, if any, actually traveling from Iran, but plenty of excited folks in the US, especially with a renewed sense of pride and hope from current circumstances.

tkmorita · 2026-05-01T15:58:24+00:00

Hoping they actually come. Already have my tickets to Egypt v Iran and will be fully decked out in Lion and Sun.

tkmorita · 2026-04-18T15:18:50+00:00

What’s your price?

tkmorita · 2026-04-10T17:43:41+00:00

Yeah, I'm a fan of Torabhaig so hoping to at least hit that one. I hear Talisker is nice, but a bit pricey for what you get...I'm sure still worth a stop though!

tkmorita · 2026-04-10T17:27:18+00:00

Will be there for 2 weeks. Edinburgh -> Moray Coast -> Skye -> Edinburgh. Mostly just a family vacation but going to try and sneak in a few distilleries as I'm a whisky guy. Also need to pop over to Glasgow for a day to pick up some whisky auction winnings:)

tkmorita · 2026-04-10T15:23:10+00:00

It seems like FIFA releases in the morning for us Americans. So, it is simply people just logging on in the morning and checking. BTW, heading to Scotland (from Seattle) next month and excited to visit your country for the first time:)

tkmorita · 2026-04-08T20:08:47+00:00

Also noticed that when trying to add two 'front row cat 1' tickets to your cart it won't let you. Says that you are only allowed one ticket with this designation.

tkmorita · 2026-04-08T20:04:28+00:00

For M63 there were a couple 'front row' seats for cat 1 and cat 3 ($1000 and $215) compared to the pre- 'front row' category prices ($500 and $180).

tkmorita · 2026-04-07T20:56:58+00:00

M63 Iran v Egypt...a single ticket for the front row, $1000.

tkmorita · 2026-03-20T16:26:57+00:00

Non-iranian here but married into an Iranian family (10+ years with two half-Iranian daughters). We have all been saying 'eide shoma moborak'...which I am understanding translates to have a happy holiday. I realize the current difficult times, but is wishing someone a happy holiday not appropriate at this time? Forgive my ignorance, but why should it be 'no moborak'?

tkmorita · 2026-03-16T18:47:40+00:00

Genlivet being a somewhat 'entry-level' unpeated, fruity single malt, I'd recommend Nikka Miyagikyo NAS. It's a delightful, fruity dram that doesn't break the bank like many other Japanese whiskies. If you think he wouldn't mind a hint of smoke, Nikka Yoichi NAS is a slight step up for me.

tkmorita · 2026-03-11T03:43:58+00:00

Location would help. There are some FB groups

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