Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Soccer (2024): the petitioner failed the final merits determination
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed the final merits determination. Although the petitioner satisfied the initial evidentiary requirements, the AAO found that the record did not establish that his acclaim was sustained over a long period, noting his achievements and media coverage were heavily concentrated between 2011 and 2015.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Other Major Media Performance In A Leading Or Critical Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation Sustained National Or International Acclaim
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