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The United States and Iran, which have been politically and diplomatically in conflict, face each other over advancing to the round of 16.

Although countries are at odds with each other, players and fans focused only on soccer.



Reporter Bae Jeong-hoon will tell you the results of the match.



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With the Iranian government known to torture their families if the national anthem is not sung, the Iranian players reluctantly sang the national anthem as if mumbling.



The spectators of both teams peacefully mingle, transcending political issues and becoming one through football.



[Iranian fan: The atmosphere here is really good.

Iranian and American people became friends.

There is no political message in this match.]



[Robello/USA fan: I hope for a peaceful, enjoyable, and good match between the two countries.]



The match was led by the United States.



In the 38th minute of the first half, McKennie's forward pass was connected with an exquisite header by right full-back Dest, and Pulisic rushed in without sparing his body and shook the net.



Iran, which was focused on defense, looked for opportunities in the second half, but failed to take advantage of several decisive chances, and eventually the USA won 1-0 and advanced to the round of 16 for the first time in 8 years.



The Iranian players, who could have reached the round of 16 even if they had just tied, shed tears, and the American players warmly comforted them and showed sportsmanship.



American fans were enthusiastic, and President Biden did not hide his joy.



[Joe Biden/President of the United States: USA USA!

It was a great game.

they did it

God bless you.]



On the other hand, Iranian fans, who were divided into pro-government and anti-government groups, confronted each other outside the stadium.



Clashes broke out between Iranian fans after the game, and some fans were isolated by security personnel.



An Iranian fan wearing a T-shirt with a phrase claiming to protect women's rights was mercilessly dragged away by stadium security officers.


England advanced to the round of 16 with a 3-0 victory with Rashford scoring two goals in a match against Wales, a rivalry in England.



(Video coverage: Yoo Dong-hyeok, video editing: Lee Jung-taek, CG: Jo Soo-in)