World Cup 2026: Iran and New Zealand fought out a pulsating 2-2 draw in their Group G clash, with All Whites striker Eli Just scoring a brace and Iran responding through Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebi.
Match Highlights
New Zealand goalkeeper Max Crocombe palmed the ball away as Iran’s Mehdi Taremi went for a header. The match took place at Los Angeles stadium, where both teams lined up before kick-off.
First Half Action
Elijah Just scored New Zealand’s first goal past Iran’s Alireza Beiranvand. Iran equalized through Ramin Rezaeian before half-time. The All Whites sang the New Zealand national anthem, while Team Melli posed for a group photo before kick-off.
Second Half Drama
Elijah Just scored his second goal to put New Zealand back in front, but Mohammad Mohebi equalized for Iran in the second half. Fans in the stands enjoyed a Mexican wave, and a New Zealand fan performed a haka.
- New Zealand’s Marko Stamenic fought for the ball and took a shot at goal as Arya Yousefi attempted to block.
- Iran’s Shahriar Moghanloo was in action with New Zealand’s Finn Surman.
- Callum McCowatt made a sliding tackle on Milad Mohammadi.
After the final whistle, Elijah Just shook hands with Ehsan Hajisafi. The draw leaves both teams with work to do in Group G.
