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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Andy Gregory

Iran team refuse to sing national anthem ahead of England game in anti-regime protest

AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino

In a show of defiance, bravery and unity with anti-government protesters, Iran’s football decided not to sing the national anthem in their opening World Cup game against England.

The team maintained their silence throughout the anthem, as some Iranian fans shouted and jeered while others held up signs saying, “Woman, Life, Freedom”.

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