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FIFA Pays Referee Artan's Fees Despite World Cup Omission
The International Football Federation (FIFA) has decided to pay the full dues to Somali referee Omar Artan, despite his ban from entering the United States and his non-participation in managing matches during the 2026 World Cup after he was detained at Miami Airport and questioned for 11 hours on charges of alleged links to terrorist organizations. Artan reaffirmed his innocence regarding these allegations and emphasized FIFA's support for him during the crisis he faced. He was invited to officiate the upcoming European Super Cup match in Salzburg and expressed hope of participating in the 2030 World Cup. The year 2025 marked a distinguished milestone in his career, as he refereed the African Champions League final, participated in the Youth World Cup, and took part in the Africa Cup of Nations.
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