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SA Football Team Stuck on Visas Before Mexico World Championship—Sports Minister Vows Action

SA Football Team Stuck on Visas Before Mexico World Championship—Sports Minister Vows Action

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SA Football Team Stuck on Visas Before Mexico World Championship—Sports Minister Vows ActionThe team has not departed to Mexico on Sunday, since some players... 31.05.2026, Sputnik Africa

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SA Football Team Stuck on Visas Before Mexico World Championship—Sports Minister Vows ActionThe team has not departed to Mexico on Sunday, since some players and officials face challenges regarding visas, the South African Football Association said in a statement.The country's Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie demanded explanations and called for actions "against those responsible for this mess."Later, he reaffirmed that all players and staff received visas, and their departure is planned for Monday.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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