Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens

▶ BBC World Aug 6, 2026 15h ago 👁 1 views

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There were among seven to be granted humanitarian visas while playing in Australia - but the other five changed their minds and returned to Iran. There were among seven to be granted humanitarian visas while playing in Australia - but the other five changed their minds and returned to Iran.

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