Somali referee Omar Artan barred from US for World Cup
Omar Artan, a Fifa referee set to officiate at the 2026 World Cup, has been removed from the list after being denied entry into the United States. Despite holding valid documents and a diplomatic passport, he was barred at Miami International Airport due to U.S. travel restrictions related to Somalia. Fifa confirmed he will miss the tournament, and Somali officials are seeking clarification.
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