World Cup players and officials detained or barred from entering the United States

The Boston Globe reports that some World Cup players and officials are being detained. Others have been denied entry into the United States. The actions affect individuals connected to the international tournament. U.S. authorities are cited as the source of the detentions and entry bans. No further details on the reasons for the measures are provided. The report does not name specific athletes or officials. The situation raises questions about immigration enforcement for the event. Officials are expected to clarify the criteria for admission moving forward.