World Cup ref from Somalia denied entry to U.S.
Somali referee Omar Artan has been denied entry into the United States after getting selected to officiate in the World Cup.
Published Mon 08 Jun 2026
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Somali referee Omar Artan has been denied entry into the United States after getting selected to officiate in the World Cup.
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