- Three more Iranian women's football players have withdrawn their asylum applications in Australia, following an earlier withdrawal by a technical staff member.
- This means only three of the original seven players and staff who accepted Australia's asylum offer now remain in the country.
- The team initially gained international attention for refusing to sing the Iranian national anthem during a match earlier this month, leading Australia to offer asylum due to safety concerns.
- Iranian state media celebrated the players' decisions, claiming they resisted “psychological warfare” and “seductive offers” from Australia.
- Reports suggest the players have faced significant pressure from Iranian authorities, including phone confiscations and strict supervision, influencing their choices.
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