While Iran’s national team faced the U.S. on the pitch, Iran’s politically divided fans faced each other outside the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha. Many Iranian fans have come to Qatar not only to support their team at the FIFA World Cup but also the anti-hijab protest movement back home. This led to a scuffle between pro-Islamic regime fans and anti-hijab protesters. The brawl broke out after a female Iranian protester, wearing a t-shirt that says "women live in freedom," was harassed by other Iran fans. Watch this report for full information.
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