Kompany stranded by visa mix-up

BBC star signing Vincent Kompany has missed the start of the World Cup thanks to a visa mix-up, Sportsmail understands. The Manchester City legend, whose Burnley side are top of the Championship, was due in Qatar as a key part of the broadcaster’s coverage.

But a problem with the digital system for visa ID photos meant he missed England’s opening game against Iran. Luckily, 36-year-old Kompany has now been given the green light and is expected to take up his role as part of the BBC’s team shortly.

His input on an England side which featured a number of City stars would have been missed.