- South Africa's World Cup squad departure for the tournament was delayed from Sunday to Monday due to unresolved travel visa issues.
- Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie criticised the "embarrassing" administrative error, demanding a report from the South African Football Association (SAFA).
- While all players have now secured their visas, four key staff members, including an assistant coach and team doctor, are still awaiting theirs.
- SAFA apologised for the disruption, confirming assistance from the South African Foreign Ministry and the US Consulate in Johannesburg to resolve the problems.
- The team is scheduled to play co-hosts Mexico in the opening game of the World Cup on 11 June in Mexico City.
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