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Women Allowed to Attend Major Football Match in Iran

FIFA President's Engagement with Iran Shows Signs of Progress in Women's Football Rights

  • Women in Iran were allowed to attend a major football match in Tehran, marking a significant shift in policy.
  • FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been personally engaging with Iran to improve the treatment of women in football.
  • Up to 3,000 tickets were made available for women for the Tehran derby between Persepolis FC and Esteghlal FC.
  • Women's rights campaigners Open Stadiums have been advocating for equal access to football matches in Iran.
  • Infantino plans to travel to Iran to further discuss football-related matters with President Ebrahim Raisi.
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