Head of Palestinian football not granted US visa to attend World Cup
Rajoub is among several people accredited to attend the World Cup who have been denied visas or have yet to receive them from the US
June 12, 2026 10:15
RAMALLAH: The head of the Palestinian Football Association is waiting in Mexico City for permission to enter the United States with other federation heads attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Jibril Rajoub went to the opening match between Mexico and South Africa on Thursday. But he is among several people accredited to attend the World Cup who have been denied visas or have yet to receive them from the United States.
