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The conflict facing sporting defectors: ‘How do you find home in a new place?’

Athletes Defecting From Iran Face Identity Crisis Abroad Iranian footballers fleeing oppressive regimes seek safety and freedom but struggle with displacement, cultural displacement, and finding belonging. The emotional burden of leaving home, family, and identity behind complicates their pursuit of new opportunities. Defectors face complex psychological challenges adapting to unfamiliar countries while processing trauma.