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Omar Artan Makes HistoricEurope Debut
Somali referee Omar Artan, 34 years old, has been appointed to officiate the UEFA Super Cup final between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa in Austria. This marks the first time a referee from outside Europe has been entrusted with this responsibility. The selection comes as a recognition of his refereeing skills, after he demonstrated his competence in African tournaments and previously officiated significant matches such as the 2024/2025 African Champions League final and the African Super Cup final. Although he has qualified to participate in the 2026 World Cup, he is prohibited from entering the United States due to immigration policies; he underwent an 11-hour interrogation, and U.S. immigration authorities denied him entry despite holding a diplomatic passport and a valid visa. This honor, despite the obstacles, sends a message of defiance against U.S. policies and supports his distinguished professional career at both the continental and international levels.
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