"Five Iranian Footballers Break Hearts of Australian Fans with Shocking Decision to Return Home. In a stunning turn of events, five Iranian footballers who were granted humanitarian visas to play in Australia have abandoned their temporary refuge, choosing to return to their homeland. The decision has left fans and sponsors reeling, as the players had become integral members of their Australian teams. Their unexpected departure raises questions about the challenges they faced in Australia and the factors that led to their decision to leave."
There were among seven to be granted humanitarian visas while playing in Australia - but the other five changed their minds and returned to Iran.
