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flag Iranian women's soccer team returns from Australia; five players reverse asylum bids amid claims of family pressure.

flag The Iranian women's national football team entered Iran from Turkey on March 18, 2026, after traveling from Australia via Oman and Malaysia. flag Seven players had sought asylum in Australia following backlash for refusing to sing the national anthem at the Women's Asian Cup, but five, including captain Zahra Ghanbari, withdrew their applications and returned. flag They were seen in team uniforms departing Igdir airport before crossing the border. flag Iranian officials hailed their return as a victory of loyalty over foreign pressure, while rights groups allege Iran pressured athletes by threatening family members. flag Two players remain in Australia.

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