FIFA's ban on Iran's pre-revolutionary flag during the World Cup tournament will remain following a late meeting just before the nation's tournament opener. Iran take on New Zealand at 2am BST on Tuesday morning.
It seems that the flag in question will not be allowed to be seen. It was banned by FIFA, but was the subject of a lawsuit filed by an Iran fan intending to attend the game.
The flag is similar to the official flag but also features a lion and sun motif in the middle. It is associated with the previous regime which was overthrown in 1979.
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