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Iran Women's Team Prepares for Asian Cup Amid Homeland Attacks

Iran's women's national team arrived in Australia for the Asian Cup following massive attacks on their homeland, facing South Korea in their opener on Monday.

The Asian Football Confederation confirmed full support for the squad amidst the crisis. Coach Marziyeh Jafari emphasized showing the "potential of Iranian women" rather than politics.

Skipper Zahra Ghanbari stated the team aims to qualify for the 2027 World Cup, seeking to secure a top-six finish in the tournament.