Iranian soccer players who sought asylum in Australia say anthem silence was protest
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Source: AP News
Published: 2026-09-07 16:23 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Sport, Immigration, Middle East, Australia, Iran
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Fatemeh Pasandideh, left, and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh, right, former members of the Iranian women’s soccer team, stand with Australia’s Minister for Home Affairs, Tony Burke, after receiving their citizenship in Brisbane, Australia, on Aug. 5, 2026. (Department of Home Affairs via AP, File)
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