Iran’s US football odyssey gets under way in a host country at war with it (opens original article in a new tab)

Iran's national football team played a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in a politically charged World Cup match in Los Angeles, amid tensions over visas and diplomatic issues.

• Iran's national football team drew 2-2 with New Zealand in a World Cup match in Los Angeles.
• The team faced political tensions and visa issues during their participation in the tournament.
• Protesters in the Iranian-American diaspora opposed the team's presence, criticizing their association with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.