The Iran national football team made a notable appearance at World Cup 2026 at Levi's Stadium, showcasing pre-revolutionary Iranian flags. These flags, which were recognized as the official flag of the country until 1979, were displayed despite FIFA's ban on their presence. Supporters unfurled the flags during the first half of the match between Qatar and Switzerland, signaling their protest against the current regime. The pre-revolutionary flag features the lion and sun emblem, symbolizing dissent among the Iranian diaspora. This flag has been seen at the 2022 World Cup and the 2024 Asian Cup as well. Despite FIFA's prohibition, fans managed to bring the flags into the stadium, attracting media attention. The Iran national football team recently arrived at the Mexican border and is set to play its first group-stage matches at stadiums in Los Angeles and Seattle. Additionally, a lawsuit has been filed against FIFA in California over the ban on these flags in stadiums.