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History denied: Somali referee Omar Artan blocked from US entry

A historic World Cup milestone hangs in the balance as Somali referee Omar Artan faces a travel ban from the US. Will FIFA intervene to save his career-defining moment?

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Jun 9, 20261m readAI

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World Cup Referee Denied Entry: Omar Artan Stopped by U.S. Visa Issues

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World Cup Referee Denied Entry: Omar Artan Stopped by U.S. Visa Issues

Elite referee Omar Artan was set to officiate at the 2026 World Cup, but U.S. entry issues have stalled his participation. Get the full story on this unprecedented officiating complication.

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Somali referee Omar Artan returns home after US entry ban

After being denied entry to the U.S., Somali referee Omar Artan has returned home, maintaining his focus on qualifying for the 2030 World Cup despite the professional friction.

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Jun 15, 20261m readAI

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Somali referee Omar Artan returns to Mogadishu after US entry denial

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Somali referee Omar Artan returns to Mogadishu after US entry denial

Somali referee Omar Artan was welcomed home by supporters in Mogadishu after US officials blocked his entry, citing national security concerns.

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Jun 14, 20261m readAI

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US officials confirm Somali referee denied entry over alleged terror ties

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US officials confirm Somali referee denied entry over alleged terror ties

Somali referee Omar Artan was barred from entry into the U.S. for the World Cup due to alleged associations with suspected terror groups, according to federal officials.

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Jun 24, 20261m readAI

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Referee Omar Artan barred from US despite valid World Cup visa

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Referee Omar Artan barred from US despite valid World Cup visa

A valid visa wasn't enough for referee Omar Artan, who was barred from entering the US for the World Cup after an 11-hour ordeal at immigration. Get the full story on this unprecedented situation.

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Jun 13, 20261m readAI

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