How a bid for freedom by Iran’s women footballers unfolded in Australia

​ The furore over not singing their anthem at the Asian Cup was only the start of the drama as players weighed up a chance to seek asylum amid uncertainty about their fate back homeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastRarely has a first touch carried so much consequence.As the Philippines’ second goal sailed untouched into the back of the net, sealing their victory, the clock started ticking for their opponents: the Iranian women’s team were now out of the Asian Cup tournament. Continue reading… Read More