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March 3, 2026

Iran's Women's Team Decline to Sing National Anthem Before Asian Cup Tie

Players silent before loss to South Korea in Australia

Iran's Women's Team Decline to Sing National Anthem Before Asian Cup Tie

TL;DR

  • Iran's women's football team did not sing their national anthem before their Asian Cup match against South Korea.
  • The team stood silently, facing forward, during the anthem.
  • South Korea won the match 3-0.
  • The Iranian coach and players declined to comment on the war or Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death.
  • The team arrived in Australia before air strikes began in the Middle East.
  • Iran will play Australia and the Philippines next in the tournament.
  • Australian midfielder Amy Sayer praised the Iranian players for their courage.

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