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Iran, New Zealand draw 2-2 as Group G remains tied

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Iran, New Zealand draw 2-2 as Group G remains tied
Summary

Iran and New Zealand played to a 2-2 draw in their World Cup opener on June 16, 2026. New Zealand initially led with two goals by Elijah Just, the first in the seventh minute, but Iran equalized on both occasions. Mohammad Mohebbi scored for Iran in the 64th minute, ensuring the match ended level. Both teams, alongside Belgium and Egypt, now share one point in the Group G standings after Belgium and Egypt also drew earlier in the day.

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  • •Match held on June 16, 2026
  • •New Zealand's Elijah Just scored twice
  • •Iran's Ramin Rezaeian assisted for both goals
  • •Mohammad Mohebbi equalized for Iran
  • •Group G teams each have one point after draws
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  • 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Iran, New Zealand play to 2-2 draw to keep Group G tied up with 1 point apiece
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Group G is all tied up in the standings after Belgium and Egypt played to a draw earlier Monday.

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