Belgium 0-0 Iran as Zlatan Ibrahimovic mocks critics

The Belgium national team, known as the Red Devils, played a goalless draw against Iran in Los Angeles, marking their second equal result of the World Cup, while foreign media reacted sharply and Zlatan Ibrahimovic fell asleep, remarking, “Als ze denken zich te kwalificeren door de namen op hun shirt, vergissen ze zich”. Belgium generated numerous scoring opportunities but failed to find the net. Iran also held a clean sheet, resulting in a 0‑0 stalemate. Across Europe, journalists watched the game with furrowed eyebrows. Their criticism focused on Belgium’s inability to convert chances.

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The fixture was staged at a stadium in Los Angeles. The venue hosted the group‑stage encounter between the two nations. This draw represented Belgium’s second equal result of the current World Cup. Earlier in the tournament they also shared points with another opponent.

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During the match, Zlatan Ibrahimovic fell asleep and later voiced his frustration. He said: “Als ze denken zich te kwalificeren door de namen op hun shirt, vergissen ze zich”.