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Iran’s Sombre Soccer Victory
When an important football match in Iran fell on a day of public mourning, fans took to social media to find a new ways to support their team.
When an important football match for Iran’s national team fell on a day of public mourning, the country’s religious leaders imposed strict rules on how fans could show their support. Cheering was banned, and only religious chanting would be tolerated. In response, Iranian social media users found an innovative way to support their team.
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