Somali FIFA referee denied entry to US ahead of 2026 World Cup

Istanbul (HOL) — Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was reportedly denied entry to the United States over the weekend, days before he was due to attend preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Jun 8, 2026 - 19:09
Somali FIFA referee denied entry to US ahead of 2026 World Cup
Istanbul (HOL) — Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was reportedly denied entry to the United States over the weekend, days before he was due to attend preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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