WORLD Winners Cup: Italian government deny Nigeria beach soccer team travelling visas
By Abdulgafar Oladimeji
The refusal by Italian authorities has barred Kebbi Beach Soccer club, KSBC from taking part at the 2024 World Winners cup in Alghero.
The competition is organized by Beach Soccer Worldwide, BSWW.
KBSC in a statement issued through its official social media handle said “Kebbi Beach Soccer Club (KBSC) regrets to announce that the team will not be participating in the 2024 Beach Soccer Worldwide (BSWW) organized “World Winners Cup” in Alghero, Italy, this month.
“This decision comes after the non-issuance of VISAS to the team by the Italian Embassy, citing a late application despite several communications since August.
The club express their dismay over the issue, saying “Although we are disappointed to miss out on the opportunity to feature in the World Cup for beach soccer clubs for the third time, we are committed to representing Nigeria and Africa at global events.
“We now shift focus on preparation for the 2024/2025 Kebbi Beach Soccer League (KBSL) and 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) with the hope of retaining the league title and extending our haul to four in five seasons.
“We would like to thank our fans, supporters, and stakeholders for their understanding and continued support during this time. We look forward to a greater future and tournaments ahead.”
