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Note of pride says Iran World Cup team leaves L.A. with 'dignity'
(Photo credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)A representative for Iran's national soccer team left a note in the locker room Sunday showing appreciation to Los Angeles, while mentioning peace and global unity, after a scoreless draw against Belgium in a World Cup Group G match.Iran played each of its first two matches at Inglewood, Calif., amid political tension after the United States and Israel launched a coor
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Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 1, 2026
Iranian National Team: We leave World Cup with Pride; those who rejoiced in our elimination are ones who delighted in our People's suffering
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· Jun 27, 2026
IAN HERBERT: The US and vast Iranian diaspora may be at war with this team, but Iran are winning friends and respect at the World Cup - yes, they're cohering with their Islamic dictatorship but they're just footballers
IAN HERBERT: The US and vast Iranian diaspora may be at war with this team, but Iran are winning friends and respect at the World Cup - yes, they're cohering with their Islamic dictatorship but they're just footballers
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· Jun 21, 2026
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· Jun 28, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran bow out of WC; Baqaei hails team's unity and spirit
Tehran [Iran], June 29 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei praised the Iranian national football team following their FIFA World Cup exit, commending their unity, resilience, and determination despite facing what he described as 'pressure, discrimination, and restrictions.' He said the team refused to be discouraged by difficulties, continued to compete with spirit and integrity, and kept
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· Jun 21, 2026
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DawnNews English
· Jun 22, 2026
Iran Leave Note of Thanks in LA Locker Room After Draw with Belgium | Dawn News English
Iran’s national football team left a thank-you note in the Los Angeles locker room after their draw with Belgium, earning attention for a gesture of respect and sportsmanship beyond the result. The moment highlighted the cultural and human side of international football during the global tournament. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #iranfootball #belgium #worldcup2026 #fifaworldcup #footballnews #sportsmanship #worldfootball #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
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Related coverage for " Note of pride says Iran World Cup team leaves L.A. with 'dignity' ": Yemen News Agency - SABA — Iranian National Team: We leave World Cup with Pride; those who rejoiced in our elimination are ones who delighted in our People's suffering. Football | Mail Online — IAN HERBERT: The US and vast Iranian diaspora may be at war with this team, but Iran are winning friends and respect at the World Cup - yes, they're cohering with their Islamic dictatorship but they're just footballers. Utusan Malaysia — Donis pertahan anak-anak buah. Iran Herald — FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran bow out of WC; Baqaei hails team's unity and spirit . 101GREATGOALS.COM — Spain vs Saudi Arabia: Line-ups confirmed as Yamal starts World Cup clash. DawnNews English — Iran Leave Note of Thanks in LA Locker Room After Draw with Belgium | Dawn News English