Iranian team draws boos, cheers at US World Cup debut as politics overshadows sports (opens original article in a new tab)

Iran's World Cup debut in Los Angeles was marked by political tensions and divided fan reactions as the team drew 2-2 with New Zealand.

• Iran's team drew 2-2 with New Zealand in their World Cup opener in Los Angeles
• Fans at the match showed divided loyalties, with some cheering Iran and others booing the national anthem
• The game took place amid political tensions between Iran and the US, with Iran's team based in Mexico due to travel restrictions