Iran vs. New Zealand: Inside the most politically charged match of the 2026 World Cup

New York Post
By Michael DuarteJun 15, 2026, 10:43 pm80 pts
Iran's 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium became a politically charged spectacle as anti-regime protests, banned flags, diaspora tensions and the promise of soccer's unifying power converged in Los Angeles.

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