Iran women’s soccer team member reverses decision on asylum in Australia

Another member of the Iranian women’s soccer team has opted to return to Iran after initially accepting a refugee visa to stay in Australia, leaving only two of the original seven players who sought asylum. The team’s return to Malaysia came after they were eliminated from the Women’s Asian Cup in Australia. Support for the team is being provided by the Asian Football Confederation as they wait for further travel plans, while concerns grow regarding their safety upon returning home.

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