USA defender Antonee Robinson consoled Iran full-back Ramin Rezeian in an emotional hug after his side knocked the Iranians out of the World Cup on Tuesday – amid reported concerns over the repercussions Rezeian and his team-mates could now face back home.
A first half Christian Pulisic goal was enough for Gregg Berhalter’s side to secure progression to the last-16 where they will now face the Netherlands on Saturday.
And after the full-time whistle, a distraught Rezeian was embraced by Robinson in a hugely emotional moment.
Rezeian had his head buried in Robinson’s chest before the Fulham full-back seemed to say a few words to his opponent, who was in tears.
There is significant social and political unrest in Iran currrently following the death of 22-year-old woman Mahsa Amini in police…
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