The United States government has denied visas to several Ivory Coast-based football supporters who planned to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup, forcing many of them to abandon their travel arrangements ahead of the tournament. The development was disclosed by Julien Kouadio Adonis, president of the National Committee of Elephants Supporters (CNSE), the body responsible for organising travel and support activities for Ivory Coast’s national team during international competitions.

Some World Cup players and team staff are being questioned or outright barred from entering the United States, angering their fans and heightening concerns about how immigration…

The United States government has denied visas to several Ivory Coast-based football supporters who planned to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup, forcing many of them to abandon their…