New Zealand brush aside politics ahead of World Cup opener against Iran (opens original article in a new tab)

New Zealand coach Darren Bazeley said his team is focused on football ahead of the World Cup opener against Iran, brushing aside political issues.

• New Zealand coach Darren Bazeley said his team is focused on football ahead of the World Cup match against Iran.
• The match is the World Cup opener for New Zealand.
• Political issues surrounding the match were mentioned but not elaborated on.