Iran recorded a 2-2 draw with New Zealand as they arrived at the World Cup in controversial circumstances, and more drama is set to unfold following the match
Iran player accused of 'gun celebration' in new World Cup controversy
Iran recorded a 2-2 draw with New Zealand as they arrived at the World Cup in controversial circumstances, and more drama is set to unfold following the match
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Scott Trotter Sports Writer
05:51, 16 Jun 2026Updated 06:29, 16 Jun 2026
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The 27-year-old has responded after allegedly imitating shooting a gun with his hands after scoring in the draw with New Zealand
Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebi found himself at the centre of online debate following his celebration during Iran's 2-2 draw…
A goal was celebrated by some fans critical of the Iranian government, many of whom carried Iran's pre-revolutionary Lion and Sun…
Iran has opened its politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand.
