A growing number of international soccer fans say chaotic visa procedures are keeping them from attending World Cup matches in the United States.
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Visa chaos frustrates soccer fans
A growing number of international soccer fans say chaotic visa procedures are keeping them from attending World Cup matches in the United States.
Published June 13, 2026, 2:30 PM
Updated June 13, 2026, 2:41 PM822
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