Iran leave note asking for peace after Belgium draw - BBC
The Iranian national football team left a message of peace in their dressing room following a World Cup match against Belgium in Los Angeles. The team is participating in the tournament amidst ongoing diplomatic tensions and war between Iran and the United States.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Iran have drawn their opening two games at the 2026 World Cup
Reports on the event and the team's statement neutrally, acknowledging the context of the war.
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