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South Africa national team delays departure for 2026 World Cup due to visa issues in Mexico
South Africa's national football team has delayed its trip to Mexico City for the 2026 World Cup because visas for several players and staff have not been issued, just 11 days before their opening match against Mexico. SAFA said the delegation could not board a chartered flight from Johannesburg on Sunday morning due to unresolved visa paperwork. Coach Hugo Broos has selected his 26-man squad, and the team will continue training in Johannesburg until travel is arranged.