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Iran's players salute during the national anthem before the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 football match between Iran and Philippines in Gold Coast on March 8, 2026. AFP via Getty Images
Three women from the Iranian soccer team who were granted humanitarian visas have decided to return to their homeland.
The players who previously defected from the squad were presented with multiple options after informing Australian officials of their decision, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said on March 15.
