Updates
Update at 22:30 UTC on 2026-03-09
AP News reported Official announcement confirms the asylum status for the athletes.
Sources: AP News
Update at 22:30 UTC on 2026-03-09
France 24 reported U.S. President Donald Trump urges Australia to grant asylum to Iranian women's soccer team members amid asylum requests.
Sources: France 24
Update at 03:56 UTC on 2026-03-10
DW News reported The five Iranian women football players will be allowed to stay in Australia due to concerns about their safety if they returned home.
Sources: DW News
Update at 10:07 UTC on 2026-03-10
EuroNews reported Australia granted asylum to five members of Iran’s women’s soccer team, leading to protests outside their hotel.
Sources: EuroNews