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Iran fight back for World Cup draw against New Zealand amid controversy (opens original article in a new tab)

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Iran drew their World Cup 2026 opener against New Zealand 2-2 despite pre-match challenges and controversy.

  • Iran drew 2-2 against New Zealand in World Cup 2026 opener
  • Elijah Just scored both goals for New Zealand, who took the lead twice
  • Iran equalised through Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebbi
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