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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…

The Economic Times

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.

Sports Illustrated

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.

AAP

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 Economic Times

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

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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

The Independent UK

‘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.

Reason

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.

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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 Economic Times

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.

The Conversation

Haiti forced into major World Cup change on eve of Scotland match as FIFA make political decision

Haiti are not permitted to wear the kits they have competed in during their World Cup warm-up fixtures when they take to the field against Scotland this weekend

FourFourTwo

Shakira lights up the stage as World Cup kicks off in Mexico City

The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July.

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Sports Illustrated

‘Respect’—UEFA Creates History for World Cup Referee Turned Away at U.S. Border

Omar Artan will still get a chance to write his page in soccer history.

The National (Scotland)

Referee handed UEFA Super Cup assignment after being denied World Cup spot

Somali referee Artan will take charge of Aston Villa’s European Super Cup showdown with Paris St Germain after seeing his World Cup dream dashed.

Euronews

Somali referee denied entry to the US set to officiate UEFA Super Cup final

The Super Cup final sees the winners of the Champions League face off against the holders of the Europa League. It is set to take place on 12 August at Stadion Salzburg in Austria.

Evening Standard

Omar Artan to referee Super Cup after World Cup visa snub

Somali referee was due to work World Cup but was denied entrance to United States

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The Independent UK

Somali referee who was refused entry into US for World Cup picked to officiate Uefa Super Cup

Omar Abdulkadir Artan will officiate the clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on 12 August

The Guardian - UK

Somali referee barred from US for World Cup is handed Super Cup final by Uefa

Omar Artan, the Somali referee prevented from officiating at the World Cup, will take charge of the Super Cup in August, Uefa has announced

France 24

Somali referee banned by US from World Cup to officiate European Super Cup, UEFA says

Omar Artan, the Somali refree who was denied entry to the US for the World Cup, was picked on Thursday to officiate the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa.

The Independent UK

Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup

Somali referee Omar Artan who was barred by the United States from the World Cup has been picked for the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August

The Guardian - UK

Welcome to Trump’s World Cup, a depressingly angry version of football uniting the planet

Ted Lasso will deliver a message of hope before the USA’s first game, in an America that is not a fit or desirable host right now

Euronews

The 2026 World Cup kicks off today - here's everything you need to know

According to FIFA, 2.9 billion people worldwide watched the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on linear TV, with 2.7 billion also streaming the tournament.

The Independent UK

Omar Artan – everything you need to know about the World Cup referee denied entry to the US

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