Palestinian football chief denied US visa to attend World Cup, left waiting in Mexico
Palestinian Football Association chief Jibril Rajoub was denied a US visa to attend the 2026 World Cup and is waiting in Mexico City. He attended the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Rajoub criticized the visa denial, saying the World Cup should not be used to deny access. FIFA President Infantino acknowledged entry decisions rest with national authorities. Rajoub has advocated on Palestinian football issues including Israeli settlements and the Gaza war's impact.
Palestinian Football Association chief Jibril Rajoub was denied a US visa to attend the 2026 World Cup and is waiting in Mexico City. He attended the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Rajoub criticized the visa denial, saying the World Cup should not be used to deny access. FIFA President Infantino acknowledged entry decisions rest with national authorities. Rajoub has advocated on Palestinian football issues including Israeli settlements and the Gaza war's impact.
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Palestinian Football Association chief Jibril Rajoub was denied a US visa to attend the 2026 World Cup and is waiting in Mexico City. He attended the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Rajoub criticized the visa denial, saying the World Cup should not be used to deny access. FIFA President Infantino acknowledged entry decisions rest with national authorities. Rajoub has advocated on Palestinian football issues including Israeli settlements and the Gaza war's impact.
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