Yahoo Sports reports: The flags of Saudi Arabia and Iraq are not laid on the ground during World Cup pre-match ceremonies because they include religious wording.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 22, 2026 4:34 PM
Why Saudi Arabia and Iraq flags are not laid down at World Cup
The flags of Saudi Arabia and Iraq are not laid on the ground during World Cup pre-match ceremonies because they include religious wording.
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