'We are here to play football': Iran plays to draw with New Zealand at World Cup

Published Jun 16, 2026 • 3:16 AM

After a World Cup journey hampered by war, visa restrictions and a warning from President Trump, Iran manages to play New Zealand to a draw in its opener.

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LA Times'We are here to play football': Iran plays to draw with New Zealand at World Cup2 months ago
BBCIran's football team granted visas to enter US for World Cup, officials say3 months ago

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