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Fifa to cover Somali referee's World Cup 2026 fee
Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States to officiate at the World Cup after being questioned for 11 hours over alleged ties to suspected terror groups. Despite having proper visas, he was deported back to Somalia, with FIFA confirming they will still pay his tournament salary. Artan, who is highly recognized in his field, has expressed his determination to officiate at the 2030 World Cup.
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