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“‘A Lot of Respect’: Megan Rapinoe Applauds Iranian Players for Filling a Gap in Men’s Football at FIFA World Cup

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June 27, 2026 · 5:37 PM

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Men’s Football at FIFA World Cup

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EssentiallySports

For Iran, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been about much more than football. When the team landed in Mexico earlier in June, every player wore a “168” pin. That gesture carried a message that reached far beyond the pitch. It caught the world’s attention and left USA soccer legend Megan Rapinoe, who was left […] The post “‘A Lot of Respect’: Megan Rapinoe Applauds Iranian Players for Filling a Gap in Men’s Football at FIFA World Cup appeared first on EssentiallySports.