World Cup referee set to make history for Somalia is denied entry to US

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Omar Artan was going to be the first referee from Somalia to officiate at a World Cup after making FIFA’s final list for the tournament, which was announced two months ago.

He is one of Africa’s top referees and was named the continent’s best male referee in 2025. (AP Video/ Mohamed Sheikh Nor)

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