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World Cup coaches raise alarms over US visa bans as boycott calls intensify
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Reactions intensify to the US visa restrictions affecting 2026 World Cup fans, with Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae lamenting potential absence of supporters and calls growing to strip US hosting rights amid boycott suggestions.
FIFA has issued a statement addressing concerns over U.S. visa policies affecting fans attending the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing that match tickets do not guarantee entry to host countries. The Trump administration's recent pause on immigrant visa processing for 75 countries includes several World Cup participants, though tourist visas remain unaffected for now. Officials urge early applications to navigate potential delays.