Boca Juniors’ Costa Gets Special U.S. Visa: Boca Juniors’ defender Ayrton Costa has been granted a 26-day visa to travel to the United States and compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in Miami. His initial application was rejected due to a prior legal issue, an aggravated robbery charge in Argentina from 2018, for which he received probation in 2023. U.S. immigration officials initially denied his entry, mistakenly assuming he was still serving his sentence. However, upon further review, the decision was overturned, permitting Costa to join his team for the tournament.
This approval is a major relief for Boca Juniors, as Costa’s availability bolsters their defensive lineup ahead of their opening match. The Argentine side will face Portuguese champions Benfica in Miami on Monday, marking their debut in the prestigious global competition.
I see this case highlights the importance of thorough legal review in visa decisions. Special visas like this ensure deserving athletes can participate despite past issues, balancing security and opportunity.
Miler Michel
Summary:
- Ayrton Costa, Boca Juniors defender, obtained a 26-day U.S. visa for the Club World Cup.
- Visa denial stemmed from a 2018 aggravated robbery case in Argentina, resolved via probation in 2023.
- U.S. authorities reversed their decision after clarifying Costa’s legal status.
- Boca Juniors’ first match is against Benfica on Monday in Miami.
Boca Juniors’ Costa Gets Special U.S. Visa
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🚨 #Breaking | Boca Juniors’ Ayrton Costa CLEARED for #ClubWorldCup! 🇺🇸⚽
After initial U.S. visa denial (2018 robbery case, probation in 2023), authorities approved his 26-day entry.
📅 Matchday: Boca vs. Benfica in Miami Monday!
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🔵💛 DEFENSIVE BOOST FOR BOCA!
U.S. immigration authorities have granted Ayrton Costa a special 26-day visa, enabling him to travel to Miami and join the team for the FIFA Club World Cup.
⚠️ Initial denial due to a resolved past legal issue (2018 case, probation completed in 2023).
⚽ Next: Boca’s tournament opener vs. Benfica this Monday!
📍 Miami | 📅 June 2025
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