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IR Iran v New Zealand: Group G - FIFA World Cup 2026

Mohebi explains 'gun' celebration after Iran draw

Mohammad Mohebi's goal celebration during Iran's World Cup opener against New Zealand has sparked widespread debate, with many interpreting the gesture as a political statement. The midfielder's actions, combined with teammate Ramin Rezaeian's post-match comments, have intensified scrutiny amid a tense atmosphere surrounding Team Melli's opening fixture.

IR Iran v New Zealand: Group G - FIFA World Cup 2026

Iran forced to leave U.S. 'immediately' after New Zealand draw

Iran manager Amir Ghalenoei has heavily criticised tournament organisers, labelling his squad the "most repressed team" at the World Cup after they were ordered to leave the United States "immediately" after their opening match. The logistical dispute erupted directly after Iran fought back to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw against New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium.

Curacao World Cup qualifying 2025

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations will make debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan set to grace the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It will be the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and all will have ambitions of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages.

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Standings

Serie A crestSerie A

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
3RB Leipzig crestRB Leipzig34205966471965
L
W
L
W
W
4VfB Stuttgart crestVfB Stuttgart34188871492262
D
W
D
D
L
5Hoffenheim crestHoffenheim34187965521361
L
W
D
W
W
6Bayer Leverkusen crestBayer Leverkusen34178968472159
D
L
W
W
L
7Freiburg crestFreiburg34138135157-647
W
L
D
L
W
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