Iran opens World Cup with 2-2 draw against New Zealand

Iran has opened its politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand. The Iranian team overcame two deficits and finally got the tying goal from Mohammad Mohebbi in the 64th minute. Ramin Rezaeian scored and then assisted on Mohebbi’s goal for the Iranians, whose World Cup cycle has been in upheaval since the U.S. and Israel began a war against Iran on Feb. 28. Elijah Just scored early in each half for New Zealand, but Iran responded twice to keep the All Whites winless in their World Cup history.