BBC · 8 Jun 2026
World Cup 2026: Somali referee Omar Artan barred from entering United States
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, is denied entry to the United States.
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Somali referee Omar Artan, poised to make history as the first from Somalia to officiate at the World Cup finals, has been denied entry to the United States. This decision raises questions about the implications for representation and inclusivity in international sports.
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