Svetsko prvenstvo 2026. i vizni haos: Od sudije Omara Artana do iranskih zvaničnika, koga su pogodila ograničenja?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is facing significant visa challenges, a departure from previous tournaments where FIFA successfully navigated immigration procedures. While Brazil in 2014 offered temporary visas to ticket holders, and Russia and Qatar used Fan ID or Hayya cards for entry and transport, the current US administration's strict policies present a new hurdle. This was highlighted when Omar Artan, a referee from Somalia, was denied entry into the United States in Miami, preventing him from officiating in the tournament. FIFA has acknowledged Artan's inability to participate and is distancing itself from the diplomatic implications of the incident.

The visa issues underscore the complex geopolitical factors that can impact major international sporting events and the individuals involved.