[dabigv13]

I was very struck by this too. It was unusual, especially for a final game in a WC group match with both teams advancement on the line.

I think it probably has to do with the Iranians' quiet dissent against the regime, notably not singing the anthem, before their families were threatened and they sang today. 

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[dabigv13]

I was very struck by this too. It was unusual, especially for a final game in a WC group match with both teams advancement on the line.

I think it probably has to do with the Iranians' quiet dissent against the regime, notably not singing the anthem, before their families were threatened and they sang today. 

[Tweet]https://twitter.com/tancredipalmeri/status/1597667302870519808?s=20&t=aYMC3PSEV3AI5DpgC5lWvQ[/tweet]