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  "path": "/global/world-analysis/2026/06/08/world-cup-visas/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-08T08:49:21.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.thecanary.co",
  "tags": [
    "Analysis",
    "Global",
    "football",
    "Men's World Cup 2026",
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    "Faz Ali"
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  "textContent": "For dozens of Moroccan football fans, the 2026 World Cup was supposed to be another chapter in a long, loyal journey following the Atlas Lions across continents. Instead, it has turned into a financial and emotional blow, as at least 40 supporters were denied US visas despite months of preparation, thousands spent, and a spotless […]\n\nBy Faz Ali",
  "title": "Moroccan fans frozen out of the 2026 World Cup after mass US visa refusals"
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