TOPSHOT - Iran's players salute during the national anthem before the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 football match between Iran and Philippines in Gold Coast on March 8, 2026. The son of the late shah urged Canberra on March 9 to protect the Iranian women's football team, who were branded "wartime traitors" after refusing to sing the national anthem while playing in Australia. (Photo by AFP via Getty Images) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --