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Matildas Stars Praise Iranian Team's Courage After Anthem Boycott

March 5, 2026 · Daily Mail

Sam Kerr praised the courage of Iran's young players after they boycotted the national anthem before their Asian Cup match.

Australia captain Sam Kerr publicly lauded the bravery of Iran’s young footballers, who chose to boycott the national anthem before their upcoming Asian Cup clash. Kerr highlighted the players’ courage and solidarity, calling their action a powerful statement of unity and resilience.

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