As the World Cup begins later this week, match officials and team members have faced enhanced immigration scrutiny when trying to enter the United States. A FIFA referee from Somalia was turned away.

Players, officials, staff members and supporters have faced a series of visa and entry problems in the final days before the 2026 World Cup. The tournament begins on 11 June and will be staged across the United States,

The head of the White House Task Force for the World Cup on Tuesday defended the decision not to grant visas to a Somali referee and some support staff for the Iranian team.

The head of the White House Task Force for the World Cup defended the decision not to grant visas to a Somali referee and support staff for the Iranian team.

England have had bad experiences in Miami before but they are hoping this camp is far more successful than the 2014 equivalent

Due to the time difference, match kick-offs in the UK will vary between 5pm and 5am, and Acas said workers may also be keen to watch or listen to the pre-match build-up. Acas said employers may want to remind staff their sickness and attendance policies still apply during the World Cup.