US President Donald Trump days ago publicly demanded that Australia grant political asylum to the Iranian women's national football team, who are in the country for the 2026 Asian Cup.
Trump stated that their return to Iran could be dangerous and even warned that the players could face persecution or serious consequences after some of them refused to sing the national anthem before a game, writes "Reuters", reports "Gazeta Express".
He called on the Australian government to protect the players and added that the United States is ready to host them if Australia does not do so.
However, the Iranian Football Federation reacted sharply to these statements, calling them "inappropriate" and a political interference in sports.
Meanwhile, the case has attracted great international attention.
Five Iranian female footballers have already sought protection and have been placed in a safe place in Australia, with Australian authorities approving their request. /Express newspaper
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