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The Iran national football team drew 2-2 with New Zealand in their first match of the 2026 World Cup. The match was held at the Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles.
What happened?
The Iran national football team drew 2-2 with New Zealand in their first match of the 2026 World Cup. Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebi scored for Iran.
Why it matters?
The match was held in an atmosphere of protests by opponents of the Islamic Republic outside the stadium. Mehdi Taremi, the captain of the Iran national team, criticized the impact of the recent war between Iran and the US on the team's preparation before the match.
What's next?
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-21 | Last result: Belgium 0-0 Iran | |
| 2026-06-27 | Next fixture: vs Egypt | Away |
The Iran national football team arrived in Los Angeles on Sunday, coinciding with the announcement of the agreement between Tehran and Washington to end the war.
