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Iran footballers finally reveal why they refused to sing national anthem

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The Independent UK

Iranian women footballers speak out on national anthem protest after claiming asylum in Australia

Atefeh Ramezanisadeh and Fatemeh Pasandideh claimed asylum in Australia following the national anthem protest at the Women’s Asian Cup

The Independent UK

Australia grants citizenship to two Iranian women footballers who sought asylum

The Refugee Council of Australia, a nonprofit umbrella organisation representing asylum-seekers, said refugees usually must live in Australia on a valid visa for four years before they can apply for citizenship.

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The Argentinian FA has a date for your diary, whether you want it or not

In today’s Football Daily: Marking a meaningless, jingoistic token

The Guardian - UK

Iranian soccer players granted Australian citizenship

Two women from Iran's national soccer team who sought asylum in Australia following an Asian Cup game are celebrating after being granted citizenship.

AAP

Iranian women footballers granted Australian citizenship after seeking asylum

The two female footballers sought asylum in Australia earlier this year and have now been granted citizenship

The Independent UK

'Safe haven': Iranian players rebuild after asylum bid

Two Iranian players have expressed their gratitude for being offered a safe haven in Australia after seeking asylum following the Asian Cup tournament.

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Iran footballers granted asylum in Australia vow to continue chasing sporting dream

Two former members of Iranian women’s team have been training with A-Leagues club Brisbane Roar after being given humanitarian visas

The Guardian - AU

Iranian footballer who stayed back in Australia says ‘everything will be fine’ as she starts training for new club

Diaspora fears Iran placed intense and systematic pressure on the players’ families in Iran

The Independent UK

Iranian women soccer players granted asylum in Australia are pictured training in Brisbane

Two Iranian women soccer players have been seen training with the Brisbane Roar after Australia granted them asylum, and they stayed behind as teammates headed home

The Independent UK

Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training

Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.

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