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Iranian players pose for a team photo ahead of the Women's Asian Cup soccer match between Iran and the Philippines in Robina, 8 March, 2026

Video. Trump says Australia to grant asylum to some Iranian women footballers

Updated: 09/03/2026 - 18:49 GMT+1

Amid concerns for player welfare, the Australian Iranian Council wrote to Australia’s Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke urging the government to protect the squad members while they're in Australia.

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