Iran's soccer sings anthem at World Cup ... barely.
The world's television cameras were trained on the Iranian soccer team competing at the 22nd FIFA World Cup in Qatar on Friday. Not just on their feet but on their mouths.their national anthem. Moreover, they did not celebrate when they scored their two goals. This has been widely interpreted as an act of protest against the Iranian government, currently facing mass civil upset about, among other things, the unfair treatment of women.
when a 22-year-old woman, Masha Amini, died after being arrested by morality police for allegedly violating the country’s strict headscarf laws.Iranian media cut away from the lack of singing during the game, and have downplayed the disobedient action. However, reports suggested that the players could faceThis loomed as the team took to the pitch to face Wales at Al-Rayyan Stadium outside of Doha on Friday.
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