Wales fans to miss World Cup match with Iran due to permit card problems



“People have had emails saying that their cards were valid, only to find when they get to the airport that they have been refused entry”.

A Twitter account representing Welsh fans posted contact information for any supporters struggling with the issue, but noted several who were initially unable to use their Hayya card had received a late approval to do so.

Wales fans on Twitter were also reporting conflicting experiences on different airlines treating the matter in different ways, adding to the confusion.

The Welsh FA have already had to help fans overcome one issue in Qatar after those wearing rainbow bucket hats were stopped from entering the stadium.

It has been communicated by Fifa to the FAW that “fans with Rainbow Wall bucket hats and rainbow flags will be allowed entry to the stadium,” with personnel at all stadia in Qatar instructed to now allow anyone with the inclusive garments to not be detained or prohibited from attending matches.

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