Ahead of the Iran vs New Zealand football match at SoFi Stadium, Iranian supporters outside the venue say they are anti-regime but plan to support the Iranian national team. Multiple outlets report that fans describe a separation between political views and support for the team on the field. Several supporters indicate they may boo the national anthem, while still expressing loyalty to Iranian players and the team’s performance. The accounts focus on fan sentiment expressed in public areas outside the stadium rather than on official team or event decisions. The reporting also highlights that, despite differing political perspectives, the crowd’s support for Iran’s participation in the match remains consistent across interviews. Overall, the coverage portrays a fan group that simultaneously voices political opposition and continues to back their national team during the match.