Boca Juniors defender Ayrton Costa will be unable to participate in the upcoming Club World Cup due to visa issues stemming from a criminal complaint in Argentina. The club confirmed on Friday that Costa, who accepted a probationary sentence for an aggravated robbery in 2018, faces ongoing legal consequences that led to his visa denial by U.S. authorities.
A spokesperson for Boca Juniors explained that “the defender was due to travel on Wednesday night but did not obtain the visa.” This development is unfortunate for Costa and the team, as they prepare for their opening match against Portuguese club Benfica in Miami on Monday.
This situation reflects the complex legal and bureaucratic challenges that athletes can face, which may impact their career opportunities and performances on crucial international stages. Boca Juniors will need to adjust their strategy as they head into the competition without one of their key players. However, this incident might also motivate the remaining team members to step up their game in Costa’s absence, keeping hope alive for a strong showing in the tournament.
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