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World Cup winner Capdevila appeals to Trump after visa denial

World Cup winner Capdevila appeals to Trump after visa denial
BBC Sport Saturday 18 July 2026, 10:43 UTC 1 min read
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Former Spain international Joan Capdevila asks US President Donald Trump for help after he was denied a visa to enter the United States before Sunday's World Cup final.

Former Spain international Joan Capdevila asks US President Donald Trump for help after he was denied a visa to enter the United States before Sunday's World Cup final.
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