Homosexual Acts Criminalized In Both Countries
Iran and Egypt are both Muslim-majority countries that criminalize homosexualtiy. Same-sex activity between both men and women is illegal in Iran, and is punishable by 100 lashes for each partner, according to a report from watchdog group Human Dignity Trust. Iran also approves the death penalty for some people convicted. Egypt criminalizes “‘indecency’, ‘scandalous acts’, and ‘debauchery,’” according to the organization, which is enforced to penalize the LGBTQ population. Those convicted can face jail sentences and fines.
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Key Background
Friday’s match will be critical for both teams as they seek to advance to the next round of the tournament. Egypt wins Group G if it beats Iran, while Iran would almost certainly advance to the round of 32 with a win and be eliminated if it loses. Egypt is slightly favored, with Kalshi showing 40% odds of a win chance to win, a 36% chance of a draw and a 25% chance of an Iranian victory.
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