Just scores double but New Zealand held by Iran in entertaining game
Iran twice come from behind to draw 2-2 with New Zealand at the Los Angeles Stadium in their Group G encounter.
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Elijah Just gives New Zealand an early lead over Iran in their Group G encounter at the Los Angeles Stadium.
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