Iranian fans were out in full force as the men's team drew New Zealand to open their World Cup in America.

By Rory CarrollLOS ANGELES, June 13 (Reuters) - Iran open their World Cup Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on Monday in a match shaped as much by events off the…

Iran’s World Cup preparation has been anything but ideal.

After uncertainty over their participation and a disrupted build-up, Iran are set to begin their World Cup campaign.

Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were frustrated in a…

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Neither Iran nor New Zealand has ever progressed past the group stage of a World Cup.

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After a draw between Belgium and Egypt the winner of this contest can move to the top of Group G

Iran and New Zealand meet in Group G as the political turmoil between Iran and the U.S. overshadows the World Cup. Follow the action.

Follow Daily Mail Sport's live coverage as Iran get their World Cup campaign underway against New Zealand in politically-charged game in Los Angeles against a tense backdrop.

The 16th game of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles will capture plenty of attention.

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Iran has opened its politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand

Iran did not seem bogged down by political baggage as they let their football do the talking in a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in Los Angeles

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The draw dents Iran’s hopes of progressing to the knockouts for the first time.