FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed his 'heartfelt gratitude' to Iranian authorities for allowing 45,000 female fans to attend a top-flight soccer match, marking a significant step in inclusion.
Infantino highlighted that this event represents a 'glowing representation' of how football is becoming 'inclusive and open for everyone to enjoy,' aimed at expanding opportunities for female audiences.
Following the previous tension between fans, this remarkable attendance of exclusively women and girls at Isfahan's Naqsh-e Jahan Stadium symbolizes a shift toward acceptance and inclusivity in sports.
The women's rights campaign group, Open Stadiums, remarked that the event transformed the stadium into a 'symbol of defiance,' reflecting a meaningful victory for women's rights in Iran.
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