Iranian women’s football team member changes mind on asylum in Australia

An Iranian women’s football team member sought sanctuary in Australia. After speaking with teammates, she changed her mind. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says this, according to AFP.

Seven members of Iran’s visiting women’s football team have sought asylum in Australia. They did this after being branded “traitors” at home. This was due to a pre-match protest.

Burke said in parliament on Wednesday. He had since been advised about one member of the group. That member “had spoken to some of the team mates that left and changed their mind”.

Burke said each player was separated from the squad at Sydney Airport and given time to mull the offer in private.

Australian officials ensured it was her decision. He said this, referring to the Iranian team member who had changed her mind.

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