3 more members of Iran women's soccer team change course, decline to accept asylum in Australia - CBS News

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March 14, 2026
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Three Iranian women's soccer players reversed course and declined asylum in Australia.

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Three additional members of Iran's women's soccer team have reversed their decision to seek asylum in Australia and will return to Iran. The players had initially remained in Australia after their team's participation in a tournament, but have now chosen to decline asylum protection. This brings the total number of Iranian women's soccer players who have changed course on asylum requests, though the article does not specify the exact timing of their tournament visit or current total. The players' decision means they will face potential consequences upon returning to Iran, where women's participation in soccer has faced significant restrictions.

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