Elijah Just, initially doubted at Motherwell, has transformed into a World Cup breakout star, scoring twice against Iran. His impressive season in the Scottish Premiership, earning him PFA Scotland team of the year honors, preceded his international success, highlighting a remarkable career trajectory.
Elijah Just, a New Zealand footballer of Chinese heritage, became the first All Whites player to score twice in a World Cup match during a 2-2 draw with Iran. Born in Palmerston North, Just currently plays in Scotland and also made history as the first Motherwell player to score in the tournament.
Irã e Nova Zelândia empataram em 2 a 2 na estreia da Copa do Mundo em Los Angeles. A partida foi marcada por tensões geopolíticas e dificuldades de acesso dos iranianos aos EUA.
Iran and New Zealand drew 2-2 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener in Los Angeles. The match saw mixed reactions, including boos, during Iran's national anthem, reflecting political divisions among the diaspora. Elijah Just scored twice for New Zealand, while Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebbi netted for Iran.
Iran twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with New Zealand in a World Cup match at Los Angeles Stadium. The game was overshadowed by protests against Iran's government and political divisions among Iranian American fans.
紐西蘭華裔血統邊鋒賈斯特（Elijah Just）在世界盃對伊朗的首戰中梅開二度，成為隊史首位在世界盃單場攻進2球的球員，並助隊伍逼平伊朗。他賽後表示家人朋友到場觀戰，能進兩球不可思議。
Iran twice came from behind to secure a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their opening World Cup match in Los Angeles. Protests against the Iranian government were visible in Tehran during the game.
Iran's football team played against New Zealand in Los Angeles, focusing on the game despite political tensions and protests surrounding their participation. Goals from Mohebbi and Rezaeian secured a draw, bringing joy to the captain.
