US EditionPlayers' Union Raises Alarm over Safety of Iran Women's Soccer Team After Asian Cup Exit
FIFPRO highlights safety risks for Iran women’s soccer players after hostile backlash and calls on FIFA, AFC, and Australian authorities to ensure their protection amid fears of retaliation.
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HuffPostPlayers' union raises alarm over safety of Iran women's soccer team after Asian Cup exit
By Christine ChenSYDNEY, March 9 (Reuters) - Global players' union FIFPRO said on Monday there were serious concerns for the welfare of the Iranian women's soccer team, as they prepared to return home after being labelled "wartime traitors" for refusing to sing their national anthem before an Asian Cup match.The Iranians' campaign in the Australian-hosted tournament started last weekend just as the U.S. and Israel launched air strikes on Iran, k…
It is not yet certain whether female athletes will return to Iran.
The world football players' union (FIFPRO) expressed serious concerns today (9/3) on Monday about the safety of the Iranian women's national team, as the players prepare to return to their homeland after ... More
The players of the Iranian women's football team face prison or execution at home - They refused to sing the national anthem in protest against the regime.
As the war in the Middle East escalates, the Iranian women's national team has been protesting throughout its presence at the Asian Cup, which has however…More...
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