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Iranian footballer reverses visa decision, returns home


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An Iranian women's football player has reversed her decision to accept a humanitarian visa in Australia and will return to Iran. Mohaddesh Zolfi, 21, changed her mind after speaking with teammates who had already departed, while six other players and a support staff member remain in Australia seeking refuge. The Iranian squad had boycotted singing the national anthem during the Asian Cup tournament before seven members initially accepted humanitarian protection.

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