FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits Iran’s national team in their locker room after their opening World Cup match against New Zealand ended 2-2 on Monday night. According to reports, after the match Infantino makes his way to the Iranian dressing area to offer support and comfort to the team following the closely contested draw. Iran and New Zealand both begin their respective World Cup campaigns with the 2-2 result, reflecting an even game that leaves Iran with a point while setting a tone for the remainder of the group stage. The accounts agree that the visit is a post-match gesture by Infantino directly to the Iranian squad, taking place after the final whistle and immediately following the conclusion of the match. No further details about the content of Infantino’s remarks are provided in the excerpts, but the reports characterize the appearance as supportive following the team’s performance in the opening tie.