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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

From threats in Australia to applause in Tehran: Iranian female footballers return to their country after renouncing asylum request

Iranian female footballers returned to Tehran amid an official welcome after previously seeking asylum in Australia but renouncing it.

Mar 20 • 15:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Iranian female footballers return to the country. End of the globally followed journey

Six Iranian female footballers were granted humanitarian visas by Australia, but ultimately five chose to return to Iran instead of seeking asylum.

Mar 18 • 13:14 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Australia, only two of the Iranian football players seeking asylum remain. The others returned home

Only two out of seven Iranian female footballers who sought asylum in Australia have remained, as the team's captain opted to go back home after facing pressure and threats from the Iranian regime.

Mar 18 • 13:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The Iranian female footballers who rejected exile begin their return to the country, but it is unknown how they will enter.

The Iranian women's national football team is returning to their country after controversial events during the Asian Cup and requests for asylum from some team members.

Mar 16 • 12:42 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
World

Phones seized, families threatened: The bid to save Iran's female footballers

Activists are making urgent efforts to rescue Iran's female footballers from Malaysia amidst safety concerns and threats.

Mar 12 • 18:50 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Five Iranian female footballers granted asylum in Australia, Tehran calls for their return

Five female footballers from Iran's national team, including captain Zahra Ghanbari, have been granted asylum in Australia after requesting it post-tournament, leading Iranian officials to urge them to return.

Mar 12 • 07:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

OVERVIEW: Iranian female footballers declared traitors received asylum in Australia

Iranian female football players, who were declared traitors for refusing to sing the national anthem, have received asylum in Australia, but one player has withdrawn her application, prompting urgent action to ensure the safety of the remaining team members.

Mar 11 • 16:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"Athletes are tracked, like in the USSR or GDR": how Iranian female footballers obtained asylum in Australia

Iranian female footballers sought asylum in Australia following threats from the Iranian regime after refusing to sing the national anthem during a match.

Mar 11 • 05:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Tears and Fear: Iran's Female Footballers Leave Australia

Iran's women's national football team returned home after a silent protest at the Asia Cup, with many players visibly emotional during their departure.

Mar 11 • 04:51 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Two Iranian female footballers receive asylum in Australia

Two members of Australia's women's national football team have been granted asylum in Australia after fearing for their safety in Iran.

Mar 10 • 23:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Iran calls Australia 'hypocritical' for granting asylum to Tehran footballers: 'They are taken as hostages'

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson criticized Australia's decision to grant asylum to five Iranian female footballers, claiming they are being used as hostages.

Mar 10 • 15:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Asylum for Iranian Female Footballers: Escape at Terminal 1

Seven players from Iran's female football team have accepted Australia's asylum offer after facing threats in their homeland for their actions during a national anthem.

Mar 10 • 15:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

War in Iran: Asylum instead of Prison for Iran's Female Footballers

Five Iranian female footballers are granted asylum in Australia to escape the threat of imprisonment in their home country.

Mar 10 • 10:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Iranian female footballers granted asylum in Australia. Donald Trump advocated for this

Five Iranian female footballers have been granted asylum in Australia after a series of events led to their application, with support from notable figures including Donald Trump.

Mar 10 • 09:59 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Football: Australia grants asylum to five Iranian female footballers

Australia has granted asylum to five female Iranian footballers who were labeled as 'traitors' for their vocal and political stance during a national anthem song.

Mar 10 • 08:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Iran War: Iranian Female Footballers Receive Asylum in Australia

Five Iranian female footballers have expressed joy after being granted humanitarian visas in Australia.

Mar 10 • 06:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

After Threats: Five Iranian Female Footballers Granted Asylum in Australia

Five female football players from the Iranian national team have successfully received asylum in Australia following threats made against them.

Mar 10 • 00:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Iranian female footballers afraid of returning home try to stay in Australia

Iranian women’s national football team players refuse to sing the national anthem at a tournament, leading some to attempt to remain in Australia after the event.

Mar 9 • 21:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Five Iranian female footballers receive asylum in Australia

Five players from the Iranian women's national football team have been granted asylum in Australia after participating in the Asian Championship.

Mar 9 • 20:14 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

The asylum request to Australia of five Iranian female footballers on the run. Trump's intervention

Five Iranian female footballers who protested against the Iranian regime have requested asylum in Australia, receiving support from former U.S. President Donald Trump.

Mar 9 • 18:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
World

Iranian female footballers did not return from the championship in Australia, face threats at home

Iranian women's national football team players who participated in a championship in Australia have not returned to their home country due to threats they face.

Mar 9 • 18:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Donald Trump asked Australia to grant asylum to Iranian female footballers who did not sing their national anthem: "They will be killed if forced to return to Iran"

Donald Trump has urged Australia to grant asylum to the Iranian women's football team, fearing for their safety if they return home after not singing the national anthem.

Mar 9 • 15:34 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

D. Trump urges Australia to grant asylum to Iranian female footballers

Donald Trump is calling on Australia to provide asylum to Iranian national women's football team members who face potential harm if returned to Iran.

Mar 9 • 15:17 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Iran: five female footballers seek protection in Australia: 'Risks if they return home'

Five Iranian national female football players have abandoned their team during the ongoing Asian Cup in Australia, seeking protection from local authorities due to fears of returning home.

Mar 9 • 14:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Outrage in Austria after man ordered to pay female footballers €625 each for secretly filming dressing room

A man in Austria received a suspended prison sentence and a fine for secretly filming female footballers in their changing room, triggering outrage and discussions on appropriate punishment.

Feb 25 • 10:43 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Panini "Women Footballers 2025-2026", the album that celebrates the best of Italian women's football returns

The new edition of Panini's 'Calciatrici' album has been launched to celebrate Italian women's football, featuring 339 collectible cards of players from Serie A, B, and C.

Feb 9 • 14:49 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Sports

Today’s young female footballers have their role models. Women's sports are rapidly evolving, says award-winning coach Hoffmannová

Award-winning coach Hoffmannová discusses the evolution of women's sports and the importance of role models for young female footballers.

Jan 12 • 11:20 UTC

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