Football Australia statement Iranian Women’s National Team

The Iranian Women’s National Team came to Australia to represent their country, heritage and culture. Every player and official who participated on and off the field did so with purpose, pride, and a deep love for the game.

Football Australia recognises the incredible determination these athletes and officials showed to make their country and supporters proud, in light of the situation facing their region, and did so with tremendous courage.

All of these brave women deserve our support and respect, irrespective of the personal choices which have been made under circumstances many of us will never fully understand.

Football Australia considers all these athletes and officials part of our global football family.

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