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Iran footballer’s gun-firing celebration after goal at World Cup in US sparks controversy
short by Anmol Sharma / on Tuesday, 16 June, 2026
Iran’s Mohammad Mohebi sparked controversy after making a gun-firing gesture while celebrating his equaliser in Iran’s 2-2 draw against New Zealand at FIFA World Cup in LA. Several social media users called for FIFA action against Mohebi, while some said it is just a celebration. The match also saw Iranian fans wave pre-revolution flags and boo their own national anthem.
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