Why do only two Iranian footballers remain in Australia?

After Australia granted seven Iranian footballers humanitarian visas to stay in the country, only two have decided to stay.

Those leaving feared retaliation from the Iranian government, according to human rights activists, but the semi-official Mahr news agency called it “retaliation by the Iranian government.” “Patriotic decision”.

Players initially sought asylum because they feared repercussions for remaining silent during the national anthem at the first Asian Cup match.