Iran's star player Mehdi Taremi said his team's mission is to "unite all Iranians both home and abroad" through football.

He also added that Iranian fans in Los Angeles made him feel at "home." Taremi also extended his appreciation to Mexico and its hosting of the team in Tijuana.

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