Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:31am on 16 Jun 2026,Tuesday Sports
Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebi has sparked controversy after celebrating his goal with a gun-firing gesture during Iran’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match against New Zealand. Mohebi scored Iran’s second goal in the 2-2 draw at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, helping his side earn a point in their tournament opener. The celebration quickly drew criticism on social media, with some fans calling for disciplinary action from FIFA. The match also saw political tensions in the stands, as supporters displayed pre-revolutionary Iranian flags despite restrictions and staged protests against the Iranian government.
