Palestinian FA chief Jibril Rajoub still waiting for US visa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian FA, has not been granted a visa to enter the United States or Canada for the men's World Cup. He expressed disappointment over the situation, stating that he does not expect to receive a visa but that efforts are ongoing. Currently, Rajoub is in Mexico City, having viewed the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. The United States imposed new restrictions last year for holders of Palestinian passports, which have caused issues for officials and athletes, including recent challenges faced by a Somali referee and Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey.
- •Rajoub cannot enter the US or Canada for the World Cup.
- •He is currently in Mexico City, watching matches.
- •Only invited federations' heads can attend, despite qualifying status.
- •Earlier restrictions have affected other international figures.
- •Thomas Partey has been denied entry into Canada for World Cup matches.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Palestinian FA chief not yet given visa for US to watch World Cup
"Palestinian football chief Jibril Rajoub cannot yet enter the United States or Canada for the men's World Cup because he has not been granted a visa. "To this day, I have received neither a visa to enter the United States nor Canada.
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