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Iranian women footballers reveal ‘enormous pressure’ of the Asian Cup saga

Two Iranian players who sought asylum in Australia before changing their minds tell their story to Al Jazeera.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 05: Mona Hamoudi and Zahra Sarbali of Islamic Republic of Iran react after Alanna Kennedy of Australia scores their teams third goal during the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 match between Islamic Republic of Iran and Australia Matildas at Gold Coast Stadium on March 05, 2026 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)