South African Soccer Team Departs for World Cup After Visa Delays

Published: 2026-06-01
Category: sports
Source: AP News
Original source

The South African national men's soccer team, Bafana Bafana, faced a delay in their World Cup travel to Mexico due to visa complications for some players and staff. The South African Football Association confirmed that all player visas are now secured, allowing the team to depart on Monday. However, four staff members are still awaiting their travel documents. The team is scheduled to play co-host Mexico in the World Cup's opening game on June 11.

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