US Visa Issues Hit FIFA World Cup Attendees: Palestinian Football Official Barred from Entry. In a growing concern for international football officials, Jibril Rajoub, the head of the Palestinian Football Association, has revealed that he is unable to travel to the United States to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to a denied visa. Rajoub's situation is not an isolated incident, as several other individuals accredited to attend the tournament have faced similar issues with US visa issuance. The head of the Palestinian Football Association had initially attended the opening match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City on Thursday, but his inability to secure a visa has left him uncertain about his participation in the upcoming World Cup events. As the world's top football officials gather in the US, the visa issues raise questions about the country's commitment to hosting international events.
Jibril Rajoub attended opening match in Mexico but becomes latest football official hit by US visa issues, he saysThe head of the Palestinian Football Association has said he is unable to travel to the United States with other federation heads attending the 2026 Fifa World Cup because he has not been issued a visa.Jibril Rajoub went to the opening match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City on Thursday. But he is among several people accredited to attend the World Cup who have been denied visas or have yet to receive them from the United States. Continue reading...
