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Iran’s World Cup Team Ordered to Leave US After First Match
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0:18Now PlayingIran's 2026 World Cup campaign against New Zealand ended in a 2-2 draw, with Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei saying Iran is the "most oppressed team in the World Cup." #iran #worldcup #fifa #soccer #football #futbol #worldnews #politics #usa
The match sparked mixed reactions in Los Angeles, home to a large Iranian diaspora community, with some fans showing loyalty to Team Melli and others opposing the current Iranian government.
The US-Iran conflict has created a complex backdrop for the World Cup, with demonstrators and security measures in place, and some Iranian fans fearing backlash for supporting their national team.
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