Swiss forward Breel Embolo is allowed to travel to the United States after his ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is approved, according to multiple reports. Several outlets say Embolo does not travel with the Swiss squad when they head to the US because his ESTA was placed under review or awaiting clearance. During that period, he remains in Switzerland while his teammates prepare at the team’s US base camp. Other coverage also reports that Embolo visits or contacts the US embassy for urgent assistance after his travel authorization is initially denied or delayed, as his World Cup preparations depend on entry clearance.
The Swiss federation confirms that Embolo’s travel was not possible due to the status of his travel authorisation, which is handled through the ESTA system for eligible visitors. Once the ESTA approval is issued, reports state Embolo can rejoin the squad in the US and travel to join the rest of the team. The outlets agree the issue is resolved through visa clearance rather than a change to tournament plans.
