Two Iranian footballers who defied Tehran granted Australian citizenship

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Two Iranian female footballers have become Australian citizens after originally defying their government during the Women's Asian Cup held in Australia. They were part of a group of seven Iranian players who were granted humanitarian visas while in the country. However, five of the seven ultimately changed their minds and chose to return to Iran. The two women who stayed have now completed the process of obtaining Australian citizenship, marking a significant turning point in their lives.

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