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South Africa made to look like fools after World Cup visa issues, says minister
Key takeaways
- National broadcaster SABC said an "administrative bungle" meant some players had not been issued with visas.
- In response, sports minister Gayton McKenzie said he had told the South African Football Association (Safa) "I need a report and action must be taken against those responsible for this mess".
- "We are being made to look like fools," he added on X.
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AFP via Getty Images South Africa's final home friendly on Friday ended in a 0-0 draw against Nicaragua South Africa's sports minister has demanded an explanation following reports the country's football team has been delayed in travelling to Mexico ahead of the World Cup due to visa issues.
National broadcaster SABC said an "administrative bungle" meant some players had not been issued with visas. No other details were given.
In response, sports minister Gayton McKenzie said he had told the South African Football Association (Safa) "I need a report and action must be taken against those responsible for this mess".
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