Elijah Just Shines in New Zealand's Draw Against Iran
June 16, 2026 · Miguel Pérez
In an exciting FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G encounter, New Zealand and Iran battled to a 2-2 draw, with Elijah Just scoring twice for the Kiwis.
In a gripping Group G match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, New Zealand's Elijah Just scored a brace, but Iran fought back to secure a 2-2 draw in Los Angeles. Motherwell's forward Just was in fine form, netting twice after combining effectively with Chris Wood. Despite New Zealand's promising start, Iran managed to equalize twice, thanks to goals from Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebbi. The match showcased both teams' attacking prowess, with New Zealand firing 14 shots and Iran 17. Despite the draw, Just's performance stood out, highlighting his potential on the world stage. The result leaves all Group G teams level on points after Belgium and Egypt also drew their match.
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