Son of regime victim supports Iran at World Cup

Iran’s national soccer team played on U.S. soil for the first time in 26 years, drawing a 2-2 tie with New Zealand at SoFi Stadium amid a politically charged atmosphere. Despite protests from some in the Iranian diaspora over supporting the regime, many local supporters cheered for the team, emphasizing personal and cultural connections rather than politics. The match highlighted complex personal stories, including that of coach Narbé Mansourian, whose father was executed for dissidence, illustrating the ongoing emotional ties and tensions surrounding Iran.

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