How the Iranian women's football team made a daring break for freedom
From Global Roaming with Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald
Published 3/10/2026
The Iran football team's decision not to sing the national anthem during the AFC Women's Asian Cup was an act of silent protest. Now, after days of rallies, and a phone call from US President Donald Trump, five of the players have been granted humanitarian visas by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke.…
