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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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South Africa set to fly to World Cup after visa delay

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  • South Africa's World Cup squad departure for the tournament was delayed from Sunday to Monday due to unresolved travel visa issues.
  • Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie criticised the "embarrassing" administrative error, demanding a report from the South African Football Association (SAFA).
  • While all players have now secured their visas, four key staff members, including an assistant coach and team doctor, are still awaiting theirs.
  • SAFA apologised for the disruption, confirming assistance from the South African Foreign Ministry and the US Consulate in Johannesburg to resolve the problems.
  • The team is scheduled to play co-hosts Mexico in the opening game of the World Cup on 11 June in Mexico City.

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South Africa squad finally set to fly to World Cup after ‘embarrassing’ visa delay

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