Ivorian supporters shut out of World Cup 2026 over US visa issues

Ivorian supporters have been forced to abandon plans to attend the 2026 World Cup after widespread US visa rejections. The president of the national supporters' committee stated bluntly that "the American state does not want to see supporters from certain countries, including Ivory Coast" (1). The setback lands just days after your team's stunning 2–1 friendly win over France, a result that had raised hopes of strong Ivorian backing in the stands. Instead, the Elephants will head into the tournament without the traveling support that had been expected to follow the African champions.