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MYSTERIOUS: Omar artan - What They Never Told You

'This was my World Cup' says Somali ref after UEFA Super Cup

Somali referee Omar Artan officiated the UEFA Super Cup after missing the World Cup. He was denied entry to the United States due to alleged terrorist ties. UEFA offered him the Super Cup match after the Miami incident. Artan expressed gratitude to UEFA and the Confederation of African Football. This…

The Economic Times

Kvaratskhelia and Madjo show that beautiful game can wash away Infantino’s stain

Uefa showed off some its crown jewels through European champions PSG but the turmoil engulfing Fifa is still the main topic on the menu

The Guardian - UK

Who is Omar Artan? The referee for PSG vs Aston Villa in UEFA Super Cup

Aston Villa and PSG do battle in the UEFA Super Cup with a celebrity ref of sorts taking charge of the match

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Who is Omar Artan? Super Cup referee who was refused entry into USA for World Cup

Somali referee Artan was denied entry into the USA for the World Cup due to alleged links to ‘suspected members of terror organisations’

The Independent UK

Somali referee Omar Artan grateful for Super Cup chance after World Cup exclusion

The Somali referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry to the US to officiate at the World Cup, has spoken publicly for the first time about the decision

The Guardian - UK

FIFA boss Infantino tells critics to 'meditate' in bizarre Instagram tirade

"Finally I am incredibly proud, as FIFA President, to have contributed, even a little, to this show. It's a great feeling," Infantino wrote.

Euronews

Gianni Infantino tells critics to ‘meditate and pray’ in post-World Cup address

Infantino has accused World Cup critics of “spreading hate and false rumours” in a lengthy open letter attempting to justify FIFA’s handling…

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Was the 2026 World Cup a Success or a Failure?

This summer’s tournament was the biggest, but not necessarily the best.

Sports Illustrated

Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin boycotts World Cup final in protest against Fifa and Trump

Fifa has come under heavy scrutiny during the 2026 World Cup, with the debacle surrounding Folarin Balogun just one aspect of Uefa’s discontent

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 Top 10 Most Memorable Moments Ranked as Spain Lift Trophy and Messi Leaves in Tears

From Egypt's VAR fury to Cape Verde's fairytale and a brawl at full-time, these are the 10 moments that defined the 2026 World Cup as Spain beat Argentina 1-0.

International Business Times UK

Vikings, Trump cards and baby fans: The 10 biggest viral moments of the World Cup 2026

From Erling Haaland's social media domination to the controversial Trump card and Lamine Yamal's little brother Keyne going viral online, Euronews Culture rounds up the 10 biggest viral moments from the 2026 World Cup.

Euronews

The World Cup has upended the old world order – and despite Trump and Infantino, it still inspires

Even White House interference and Fifa’s greed cannot spoil the celebrations. At last, an arena in which multiculturalism triumphs and underdogs score, says Simon Tisdall, a Guardian foreign affairs commentator

The Guardian - UK

America’s treatment of Iranian team shames Fifa and Trump’s fetid regime

Most football fans would agree, I’m sure, that the 2026 World Cup has, thus far, been a pleasure to watch

The National (Scotland)

World Cup referee Omar Artan will receive full fee from FIFA despite being denied entry to the US

Somali referee Omar Artan will receive his full World Cup fee despite being denied entry to the United States. Artan, a top official, was deemed inadmissible due to vetting concerns upon arrival. FIFA stated it does not handle immigration processes. UEFA has shown respect for Artan's skills, appointing him to…

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FIFA Gesture to Referee Omar Artan Only Partially Softens Blow of World Cup Denial

The Somali official has already been picked up by UEFA to referee the 2026 Super Cup.

Euronews

After refused entry into US, Somali referee Omar Artan will be paid full World Cup fee by FIFA

Full tournament salary will be paid to Somali referee Omar Artan by FIFA after his entry into the US was refused by border officials over "association with suspected membres of terror organisations".

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SOC:Somali referee to get full World Cup pay: report

The Somalian referee banned from entering the US will receive his full pay as a World Cup referee, according to the BBC.

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Somali referee to get full World Cup pay: report

The Somalian referee banned from entering the US will receive his full pay as a World Cup referee, according to the BBC.

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Kids' nonprofit in Seattle returns 20 free FIFA World Cup tickets over barring of Somali referee

A Seattle youth soccer group returned World Cup tickets after a Somali referee was denied entry to the U.S. Ali Abdulla, leader of the African Youth Sports Academy, felt betrayed by the U.S. action. His organization decided to forgo the tickets to show solidarity with the referee. The tickets were…

The Guardian - UK

It’s a Trumpian World Cup for racism and cynicism – why don’t those who condemned Qatar 2022 say so?

We must highlight the awful stance of the White House towards so many competing nations, but also the hypocrisy of leaders who acquiesce, says MP Jeremy Corbyn

The Independent UK

Kids' nonprofit in Seattle returns 20 free World Cup tickets over barring of Somali referee

A youth-soccer nonprofit in Seattle has returned 20 free World Cup tickets to protest the U.S. decision to bar Somali referee Omar Artan from entering the country

Reason

‘Why Is America Hosting the World Cup If It Is So Hostile?’: Trump’s Border Crackdown Spoils Soccer Tournament

America pushed to host the international tournament. Now the government is hassling fans, official guests, and even players who want to come.

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The World Cup 2026 is already being criticized as Africa’s ‘best male referee’ is barred entry into the U.S.

Omar Artan had his dreams dashed after immigration officials sent him back home after 11 hours of questioning.

The Economic Times

World Cup kicks off after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildup

The 2026 World Cup, the largest in history, has commenced in Mexico City with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa. Projected to generate a record $13 billion, the tournament has already encountered controversy regarding ticket prices and visa issues for officials and fans.

The Conversation

Instead of a soft power coup, the World Cup could be an ‘own goal’ for Donald Trump

For football fans, the FIFA World Cup is so much more than sport. Every four years, it presents a unifying moment – bringing people together across the divides of language, culture and geography in a shared passion for the game.

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