Iran and New Zealand draw 2-2 in World Cup clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 6:24 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Iran and New Zealand played to a 2-2 draw in a lively World Cup match on June 16. The game was considered one of the less appealing fixtures but proved entertaining throughout the 90 minutes. Earlier, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia also finished 1-1, marking a setback for another favorite team, while Belgium drew 1-1 against Egypt. These outcomes contributed to a day of surprises in the tournament.
- •Iran and New Zealand draw 2-2
- •Uruguay and Saudi Arabia finish 1-1
- •Belgium also draws 1-1 against Egypt
- •Multiple favorite teams drop points on June 16
- 6:24 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 World Cup highlights: another favourite slips up, Iran and NZ thrill
"On paper, the duel between Iran and New Zealand that took place tonight was probably one of the least attractive of the entire World Cup. But really only on paper. After a lively 90 minutes, the teams...
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