Florida Soccer Player Detained by ICE at Airport Before Championship Final
Summary
Matias Alejandro Pourrain, an Argentine soccer player, was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at a Florida airport while traveling between U.S. cities to play in a national championship match. He had legally entered the U.S. in 2019 but stayed beyond the allowed six months and is now in ICE custody awaiting removal proceedings.Key Facts
- Pourrain was arrested on August 6 at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport before flying to Los Angeles for a championship soccer game.
- He entered the U.S. legally through Atlanta in November 2019 with permission to stay for six months.
- Pourrain stayed in the U.S. beyond the authorized period, which expired in May 2020.
- He had applied for asylum and had a Social Security number and work permit but was awaiting an appointment.
- ICE is increasing enforcement actions at airports to detain travelers accused of overstaying visas.
- Pourrain is being held at an ICE processing center in Miramar, Florida, pending removal hearings.
- Miami United FC, his team, expressed support and is helping him and his family.
- Pourrain was traveling within the U.S. and not attempting to enter or leave the country when detained.
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