Iranian Women Footballers Find Safe Haven and New Careers in Australia
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Two Iranian women footballers granted humanitarian visas in Australia say the country provides safety and a path to continue their elite careers, after seven teammates were initially approved but five chose to return home; in a public statement they thanked supporters and the government and said they hope to rebuild their lives in Australia.
- Iranian footballers say Australia has given them 'hope' for safe future BBC
- ‘Safe haven’: Iranian soccer players who sought asylum in Australia thank supporters The Times of Israel
- Iran women football players thank Australian government for protection Al Jazeera
- Iran releases assets of women’s football team captain in Australia asylum drama The Guardian
- 'Safe haven': Iranian players rebuild after asylum bid ESPN Global
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