WC 2026 ⚽ · 8 June 2026
Fans can't get US visas for World Cup
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Many football fans are struggling to obtain visas for upcoming World Cup in the United States, raising concerns that the tournament is becoming inaccessible to many supporters worldwide. A BBC investigation found that fans from over a quarter of participating countries face travel restrictions or regularly have visa applications rejected. Several supporters described personal difficulties, including Iraqi fan Abdulla Adnan, who said he spent around $1,800 on match tickets and an unsuccessful visa application attempt that required travelling to Jordan.
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