Two Iranian female footballers in exile after refusing to sing anthem

Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh sought asylum after an Asian Cup match.

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They refused to sing the national anthem during the Women's Asian Cup.

Their act symbolizes resistance against restrictions on women in Iran.

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