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Somali referee Omar Abdulaqadir Artan was prevented from entering the United States before the start of the 2026 World Cup, despite having obtained a visa. He was deported back to Turkey without any official reason, sparking controversy and uncertainty within the football community regarding the motives behind this decision. Artan is the first Somali referee to be selected to oversee matches at the World Cup and has achieved significant international accomplishments, including officiating in the Africa Cup of Nations matches and the CAF Champions League final, prior to his qualification for the World Cup.
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