Captain of Iran’s women’s team withdraws Australia asylum bid: State media

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DW - Top Stories 3 weeks ago • dw.com

Iran says women's soccer captain drops Australia asylum bid

Five of the seven women who had been granted asylum in Australia have reportedly decided to return to Iran. Concerns about their safety arose after players remained silent during the Iranian national anthem.

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Al Jazeera (EN) - All 3 weeks ago • aljazeera.com

Captain of Iran’s women’s team withdraws Australia asylum bid: State media

Zahra Ghanbari becomes the fifth player to withdraw request after seven members of her football squad sought asylum in Australia. The captain of the Iranian women’s football team has withdrawn her bid for asylum in Austr…

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