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sports11 days ago•4 min saved

Diaspora-Driven Rosters Spark Morocco-Canada World Cup Clash

The article frames the Morocco-Canada World Cup meeting as evidence that diaspora scouting, eased nationality rules, and a larger 48-team field are reshaping national teams: Morocco blends Europe-born players with domestic development to sustain its rise, while Canada relies on dual-nationals from around the world, all set against broader debates on immigration and identity and Morocco’s trajectory toward co-hosting the 2030 tournament.

via Politico|

#canada #diaspora #dual-nationals

world4 months ago•5 min saved

UK's ETA kicks in amid dual-nationals scramble for British documents

From February 25, travellers from 85 countries will need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to visit the UK. An ETA costs £16 (rising to £20 later) and lasts up to two years or until the passport expires, allowing multiple trips for up to six months per visit. Those who usually need a visa still need one; British or Irish citizens do not need an ETA. Dual nationals cannot obtain an ETA and must present a British passport or a certificate of entitlement to travel on their non-British passport, a process that can take weeks and add cost. The system is enforced via digital checks at check-in, and entry is not guaranteed even with a valid ETA. Several dual nationals have reported difficulties securing the necessary documents in time.

via BBC|

#dual-nationals #eta #immigration

immigration2 years ago•1 min saved

Finland's Russian Community Faces Isolation Amid Border Closures

The closure of four border crossings between Finland and Russia to curb undocumented migration has sparked anger among Finland's Russian community, who fear being cut off from their relatives. Hundreds of protesters, including dual-nationals, gathered in Helsinki to voice their concerns, chanting "open the borders." While they support border security, they doubt the closures will effectively stop undocumented migrants. Finnish border guards reported a decline in asylum claims since the closures, but protesters argue that the move resembles a new "Iron Curtain." Helsinki accuses Moscow of directing migrants towards its crossings in response to Finland's closer ties with the US, a claim denied by the Kremlin.

via Euronews|

#border-closures #dual-nationals #finland

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

"USMNT's 2023 Gold Cup Roster Led by Turner and Zendejas, Without Pulisic and McKennie"

The United States men's national team's Gold Cup squad lacks star players, but the tournament serves a better long-term purpose. The team is using the tournament as a proving ground for younger players and dual-nationals, who have another choice based on their heritage of a team that also made the 2022 World Cup. The goal is not just to win the tournament, but also to develop players for the future and prepare for hosting the World Cup in 2026.

via Deadspin|

#dual-nationals #gold-cup #matt-turner

sports3 years ago•7 min saved

Folarin Balogun chooses USMNT over England for international play.

Folarin Balogun, a 21-year-old striker, has switched from the England men’s national team to the United States. Balogun, who was born in Brooklyn to Nigerian parents, has broken out in the French Ligue 1 with a prolific 19 league goals in 34 matches this season. He is expected to be called up for next month’s CONCACAF Nations League Finals. Balogun offers a different skill set and look from other American strikers and can stretch the field with his speed and movement. The U.S. has now recruited a half dozen or so players who might lead the line for the U.S. at the stateside 2026 World Cup and beyond.

via The Ringer|

#dual-nationals #folarin-balogun #recruitment