World Cup 2026: FIFA drops Somali referee Omar Artan after US blocks entry
Somali referee Omar Artan will miss the 2026 World Cup after being denied entry into the United States. FIFA confirmed his exclusion from the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-2026-fifa-drops-somali-referee-omar-artan-after-us-blocks-entry/
FIFA has removed Somali official Omar Artan from the roster of referees for the 2026 World Cup following his inability to obtain entry to the United States. The international football governing body confirmed the decision after Artan was denied permission to travel to the host country. Since the tournament will be held in the United States, the entry denial effectively ended his participation in the competition.
This situation highlights how geopolitical and immigration restrictions can impact international sporting events and the selection of officials for major tournaments.
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