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Open asylum offer as Iranian soccer players leave hotel

Five members of the Iranian women's soccer team have been granted asylum in Australia and the prime minister has extended the offer to others who want to stay.

AAP · Mar 9

Protests follow Iran's exit in Women's Asian Cup

Iran's women's soccer team has been at the centre of dramatic scenes following their Asian Cup exit on the Gold Coast.

AAP · Mar 8

Grave concerns for Iranian soccer team in Australia

There are fears Iranian footballers will be persecuted when they return home from the Women's Asian Cup in Australia, with the government urged to take action.

AAP · Mar 8

'Players are hostages': Iran's women backflip on anthem

Iranian Australians have thrown their support behind the Iran women's football team with one claiming the players would "get rid" of their hijabs if they could.

AAP · Mar 5

Korea set up Matildas showdown with Filipino thrashing

South Korea have made light work of the Philippines in a 3-0 Asian Cup ahead of their group-defining clash with Australia.

AAP · Mar 5

'I'm not that strong': Roosters' forward pack enforcer

Naufahu Whyte says heart and hard work have made him the star player he is today, not the brute strength typically associated with NRL middle forwards

AAP · Mar 5

All Blacks insist they'll be Rennie for World Cup

With the Dave Rennie as the new All Blacks coach, Jordie Barrett knows it's a quick window to prepare but believes New Zealand will be ready for the World Cup.

AAP · Mar 5

'We're concerned': Iranian star's tears over conflict

Iran's Sara Didar broke down in tears as she discussed the rapidly moving conflict in her homeland prior to their Women's Asian Cup clash with Australia.

AAP · Mar 4

Matildas laud 'brave' Iranian opponents amid conflict

Rising Matildas star Amy Sayer says she admires and respects Iran's women for competing at the Women's Asian Cup despite the nation's ongoing conflict.

AAP · Mar 3

South Korea sound Matildas warning with win over Iran

South Korea's 3-0 win over Iran has put the Matildas on notice that they'll have a challenge on their hands to finish top of Group A at the Women's Asian Cup.

AAP · Mar 2