South Africa was held to a goalless draw by Nicaragua in a warm-up match on Friday Credit: Phill Magakoe / AFP

World Cup-bound South Africa delayed their departure for the global showpiece after visa problems disrupted the team’s travel plans, the national football association said on Sunday.

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