Visa Fiasco Delays South Africa’s Departure for 2026 World Cup
Published on: May 31, 2026, 2:44 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
South Africa's departure for the 2026 World Cup was delayed due to incomplete visas for players. Scheduled to travel to their training base in Pachuca, Mexico, the team's trip was postponed indefinitely. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie criticized the handling of the situation by SAFA, demanding accountability.
