World Cup: Iranians in Los Angeles divided on whether to cheer or jeer Iran (opens original article in a new tab)

Iranian Americans in Los Angeles are divided on whether to support or protest against Iran's World Cup team, with some viewing the team as representing the government and others wanting to separate sports from politics.

• Iranian community in Los Angeles is divided on supporting Iran's World Cup team
• Protests against Iran's participation in the World Cup are planned by some opposition activists
• FIFA restrictions on pre-revolution flag in stadiums are controversial among Iranian Americans
• US authorities increased security for Iranian team during World Cup matches
• Iranian Americans have conflicting views on whether to cheer or jeer Team Melli