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'A good feeling': How fans in Iran experienced World Cup opener

Iran twice came from behind to salvage a 2โ€“2 draw against New Zealand in a World Cup opener overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, protests and months of conflict with the United States. In Tehran, the match was an opportunity for many to forget for a moment the turmoil in the co

'A good feeling': How fans in Iran experienced World Cup opener
France 24 โ€” 16 June 2026
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Iran twice came from behind to salvage a 2โ€“2 draw against New Zealand in a World Cup opener overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, protests and months of conflict with the United States. In Tehran, the match was an opportunity for many to forget for a moment the turmoil in the country as they came together at watch parties to cheer on their team.

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