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Iranian-American fans boo Iran's national anthem at World Cup match

Updated 2026-06-16 15:40 UTC 1 source Negative

During a FIFA World Cup match in Los Angeles, some Iranian-American fans booed the Iranian national anthem. The incident highlights tensions between diaspora communities and their home countries during international sporting events.

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The Hill
Some fans, waving pre-revolutionary Iranian flags, booed the Iranian national anthem before the country's opening match against New Zealand in the FIFA World Cup on Monday in Los Angeles, The Athletic reported. They played to a 2-2 draw in the Group G tilt.  The Lion and Sun flag, a green, white and
2026-06-16 15:12 UTC
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