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Somali referee axed from World Cup after being denied entry to US Award-winning Somali referee Omar Artan has been dropped from officiating at the World Cup after being barred from entering the United States, world football's governing body FIFA said on Monday. A FIFA spokesperson confirmed in a statement that Artan would play no part in the World Cup. Artan would have been the first Somali to referee at a World Cup.

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 (PSG) and Aston Villa.

Somali referee denied US visa gets hero’s welcome back home, vows to attend next World Cup Hundreds of fans, government and football officials gathered at Mogadishu's airport Wednesday to welcome Omar Artan after the Somali refree was denied entry to the US for the World Cup. Somalia's dream of having its first national officiate a World Cup may have been dashed, but Artan told his supporters not to give up hope and vowed to participate in the next FIFA tournament in 2030.

What to know about the World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the US A World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States has returned to his country’s capital of Mogadishu, where he was received by a crowd of supporters and officials. (AP video shot by: Mohamed Sheikh Nor) Referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States, arrives in Mogadishu, Somalia, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Farah Abdi Warsameh) El árbitro somalí Omar Artan, en el centro, habla con jugadores tras pitar un penalti en el partido de la Liga de Campeones CAF entre el AS FAR Rabat y Mamelodi Sundowns, en Rabat, Marruecos, el domingo 24 de mayo de 2026. (AP Foto/Mosa’ab Elshamy) Referee Omar Artan, center, who was denied entry to the United States, is welcomed by supporters upon his arrival in Mogadishu, Somalia, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Farah Abdi Warsameh) MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — ASomalisoccer referee who was due to become the first from his country to officiatethe World Cupbut wasdenied entry to the United Stateswas named Africa’s best referee and is considereda hero to many in his country. Omar Artan, 34, was due to be the first refer…

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan denied entry into United States ahead of 2026 World Cup There will be a change to the FIFA official referee roster for the World Cup as Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been denied entry into the United States . Artan arrived at Miami International Airport on June 6 but he wasn't allowed to enter due to "vetting concerns." Artan was among FIFA's 52 referees slated to officiate matches, an increase of 16 from 2022 in Qatar due to the expansion to 48 teams and 104 games. In a statement by a FIFA spokesperson, the organization will not fight that denial as host governments determine who receives a visa for admission. "FIFA can confirm that match official Omar Abdulkadir Artan will be unable to train and officiate at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after he was denied entry into the United States ," the statement said. "FIFA is not involved in host country immigration processes, including visa adjudications, and has been informed by authorities that Mr. Artan's status will not be changed at present. In line with previous FIFA events, a host government ultimately determines who receives a visa and who is admitted into their country." Somalia is amon…

Somali referee Artan barred from entering USA Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, is denied entry to the United States.

FIFA to pay full fee to Somali ref denied US entry for World Cup Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will still receive his full tournament fee, according to mu...

Somali referee dropped from World Cup: Omar Artan misses out on tournament after US visa denial | Football News | Sky Sports Somalian referee Omar Artan to miss World Cup after US denies 34-year-old a visa to work during tournament; Artan was voted best referee in Africa in 2025, and was set to become first Somali ever to referee at men's World Cup finals Tuesday 9 June 2026 00:05, UK Africa's top referee will not be allowed to officiate at the World Cup after he was refused entry to the USA, FIFA has confirmed. Omar Artan was set to become the first referee from Somalia at a World Cup but he was forced to fly back to Istanbul after he was turned back at Miami International Airport. A FIFA spokesperson confirmed Artan, who was named CAF's referee of the year in 2025, would miss out on the tournament, saying: "FIFA can confirm that match official Omar Abdulkadir Artan will be unable to train and officiate at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after he was denied entry into the United States. "FIFA is not involved in host country immigration processes, including visa adjudications, and has been informed by authorities that Mr Artan's status will not be changed at present. "In line with p…

FIFA drops Somali World Cup referee after US denies him entry Award-winning Somali referee, Omar Artan, has been removed from the World Cup roster after being denied entry into US

FIFA WC: Somali referee who was denied US entry had suspected 'terror' links The 34-year-old referee had been selected on FIFA's final list of match officials for the 2026 World Cup and was due to join other referees at their training base in Miami before the tournament. The United States is co-hosting the World Cup along with Mexico and Canada.

I have right papers and visa - barred referee Artan Somali referee Omar Artan says he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite holding the "right papers" and "right visa".

FIFA World Cup 2026: Somali referee denied entry to the U.S. arrives home to hero’s welcome The World Cup referee from Somalia, who was denied entry to the United States, has returned to Somalia, where he was received by a crowd of supporters and officials

Somali World Cup referee denied entry to US, official says A Somali referee on course to become the first official from the Horn of Africa nation to work at a FIFA World Cup finals tournament has been refused entry to the United States, ca...

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Somali World Cup referee denied US entry, sent back to Türkiye A Somali referee on course to become the first official from the Horn of Africa nation to work at a FIFA World Cup finals tournament has been refused entry to the United States, ca...

Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.

Africa’s best referee denied entry to US despite being picked by FIFA for World Cup ​​​​​​​In another scandalous event just days before the 2026 World Cup, a highly decorated Somali referee, widely described as Africa's finest, has been denied entry to the United States.

Somali World Cup referee denied entry to US arrives home to hero's welcome After being denied entry to the US, Somali referee Omar Artan was given a hero’s welcome upon his return to Somalia.Large numbers of supporters and Somali government officials received him enthusiastically at the airport in the capital, Mogadishu.

Somalia criticises US decision to bar World Cup referee Somalia’s football federation says the US decision to deny entry to award-winning referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan

Somalia: Somali Referee Omar Artan Returns to Hero's Welcome After US Entry Denial [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somali international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan returned to Mogadishu on Wednesday to a warm reception from supporters after being denied entry to the United States, where he had been scheduled to officiate at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Hero’s welcome for Omar Artan after Somali’s World Cup dreams dashed Referee Omar Artan was denied from the US, where he was set to become the first Somali to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.

Morocco star slams visa denial of Somali World Cup referee | News.az Former Morocco international striker Khalid Boutaib has criticized the decision that barred Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan from officiating at the 2026 World Cup, calling the situation "regrettable." Artan, who was set to make history as the first-ever Somali referee to officiate at a World Cup, was forced to miss the tournament after being denied entry to the United States, despite holding official FIFA competition accreditation,News.Azreports, citingAnadolu Agency. Speaking ahead of Morocco's opening match, Boutaib emphasized that theWorld Cupshould remain an open, global celebration accessible to everyone, including players, coaches, and match officials. While acknowledging the host nation's security considerations, the former striker expressed disappointment that political or bureaucratic barriers could crush a professional's career dream. The controversy has reached the highest levels of the sport. FIFA President Gianni Infantino also labeled the situation "unfortunate," though he noted that immigration decisions ultimately rest with individual sovereign states. Boutaib, who played a key role in Mo…

I have right papers and visa - barred referee Artan Somali referee Omar Artan says he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite holding the "right papers" and "right visa".

Somali referee for World Cup denied entry into United States - ESPN Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States after getting selected to officiate at theWorld Cup. U.S. Customs and Border Protection confirmed Monday that a Somali national who was planning to referee in the World Cup had been denied entry after arriving to Miami International Airport from Istanbul on Saturday. The CBP statement didn't mention the person by name, but FIFA later confirmed it was Artan, who was the only World Cup referee from Somalia. "During processing, the traveler underwent additional inspection, a routine part of CBP's inspection process when officers need to verify information or determine admissibility," CBP said in its statement. "Following inspection, the traveler, a referee for the FIFA World Cup, was determined to be inadmissible due to vetting concerns and was denied entry." CBP noted that all travelers seeking entry into the U.S. -- including athletes, coaches and staff -- are subject to CBP inspection and vetting. "Admissibility determinations are made on a case-by-case basis using law enforcement, national security, and immigration information available at the …

Somali referee denied entry to U.S. ahead of World Cup - The Athletic World Cup Countdown LIVE 8m ago Omar Artan arrived in Miami from Istanbul on Saturday but was barred from entering the country following a "routine" inspectionKENZO TRIBOUILLARD / Getty Images A Somali referee who was due to officiate at the World Cup has denied entry to the United States and will no longer be able to participate in the tournament, FIFA confirmed Monday. Omar Artan arrived at Miami International Airport on a flight from Istanbul on Saturday but was barred from entering the country following a “routine” inspection, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) confirmed in a statement toThe Athletic. Advertisement Artan, the 2025 Confederation of African Football men’s referee of the year, was one of 52 referees handpicked by world governing body and World Cup-organiser FIFA for the tournament in the U.S., Canada and Mexico this summer. He was due to be the first official from his country to officiate at a World Cup. But now, he “will be unable to train and officiate” at the tournament, FIFA confirmed in a statement. In a statement, CBP did not give a specific reason for denying entry to Art…

Somali World Cup referee denied U.S. entry, hailed as hero at home A World Cup dream denied — Somali referee Omar Artan receives a hero's welcome at home after being blocked from entering the United States and taking part in the World Cup.

Banned referee Artan arrives home in Somalia Omar Artan vows to officiate at the 2030 World Cup instead after arriving home in Somalia in the wake of being banned from entering the United States.

🚨 BREAKING: Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup over alleged links to individuals suspected of terrorism, has been appointed to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa. ⚽👏

World Cup referee from #Somalia denied entry into the US @apnews.com via @firstalert4.com www.firstalert4.com/2026/06/09/w... #WorldCup #football #immigration #Trump #sports From 1930 through 2022, there are no other documented cases of World Cup referees being turned away by the host country.

Hero’s welcome for Somali referee denied entry to US World Cup tournament The first Somali picked to referee a World Cup rose from Mogadishu's pitches, only to be barred at the US border.

Africa: Top African Referee Omar Artan to Officiate 2026 Uefa Super Cup After Being Unable to Participate in FIFA World Cup 2026 [CAF] Artan has been on the FIFA international list since 2018 and was named CAF Men's Referee of the Year in 2025

Artan to referee Uefa Super Cup after losing World Cup spot Somali referee Omar Artan is appointed to take charge of the Uefa Super Cup match between Paris St-Germain and Aston Villa later this summer after being denied a spot at the World Cup.

06102026 GNT Full On this edition of Global News Today, Tom Burges Watson examines the growing controversy surrounding Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States despite being selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.After being turned away by US authorities, Artan returned to Somalia, where he received a hero's welcome from supporters and officials. US authorities say the decision was based on security concerns, while Somali officials, football authorities and critics argue it raises serious questions about fairness, inclusion and the role of politics in global sport.Join the debate as we explore the wider implications for international sport, diplomacy, immigration policy and security.Guests:Matthew StadlenBroadcaster and AuthorAmanda MakkiRepublican Strategist and Lawyer

Africa: Top African Referee Omar Artan to Officiate 2026 Uefa Super Cup After Being Unable to Participate in FIFA World Cup 2026 [CAF] Artan has been on the FIFA international list since 2018 and was named CAF Men's Referee of the Year in 2025

Somali ref returns to hero’s welcome, vows World Cup comeback in 2030 Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan returned to Mogadishu on Wednesday to a hero’s reception after being denied entry to the United States ahead of the World Cup, a decision that...

World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently cut from the tournament by FIFA was set to make history for his country. 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. He was denied entry at Miami International Airport on Saturday over “vetting concerns,” U.S. Customs and Border Protection said in a statement without giving details of those concerns. FRANCE 24's Shirli Sitbon tells us more.

US confirms it denied entry to Somali referee set to take part in World Cup Award-winning referee Omar Artan was 'determined to be inadmissible due to vetting concerns' after arriving in Miami.

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Somali World Cup Referee Denied Entry to U.S. Returns Home to Hero’s Welcome Omar Abdulkadir Artan, a soccer referee who had planned to officiate at the World Cup, arriving back in Mogadishu, Somalia, on Wednesday.

World Cup referee refused entry as US travel restrictions affect over 25% of participants The World Cup hasn't started yet, but there are already many disappointed fans. More than a quarter of the countries taking part in the tournament are facing travel restrictions of varying degrees to the US, meaning many people who already have tickets are having their visas refused. The restrictions are also affecting those taking part in the tournament, like a Somali referee whose visa was just refused by US customs officials.

UEFA honors Somali referee denied US entry with Super Cup appointment Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, was on Thursday named to officiate UEFA's Super Cup, European football's governing...

Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup, UEFA says Omar Artan ​was named among match officials ​for 2026 World Cup but will miss the tournament after US refuses him entry.

Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup? Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

Somali referee denied entry to US for 2026 World Cup over 'vetting ... - CNN Somalian referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan gestures during the Africa Cup of Nations group match between Mauritania and Algeria in January 2024. Kenzo Tribouillard/AFP/Getty Images Africa Soccer The Middle East Federal agencies See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow Summary A top African referee was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup. Omar Abdulkadir Artan from Somalia was refused entry due to vetting concerns, according to the Trump administration. Iran's soccer team has also faced visa delays, receiving permission to enter only one day before their match. AI-generated summary was reviewed by a CNN editor. Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan will not take part in this summer’s World Cup after he was denied entry into the United States, FIFA confirmed on Monday. When asked about Artan’s case, a US Customs and Border Protection spokesperson told CNN that he underwent additional inspection upon arriving in Miami following a flight from Istanbul. “During processing, the traveler underwent additional inspection, a routine part of CBP’s inspection process when office…

Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.

Somali referee dropped from World Cup after being refused entry to US Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been ruled out of officiating at the 2026 World Cup after being denied entry to the United States, FIFA said Monday, in a decision that prevents him from becoming the first Somali official to referee at the tournament.

Africa: World Cup - Africa's Best Referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan Denied US Visa [Nile Post] A Somali referee celebrated as Africa's best has reportedly been denied entry into the United States and sent back to Turkey upon arrival at Miami International Airport, preventing him from officiating at the upcoming Fifa World Cup, according to the world football governing body Fifa.

Radically profiled Not favored to travel Opportunities are postponed Cross checked Examined like a suspect An African’s plight is foretold and desire to travel is rejected Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan had to return to Mogadishu after US immigration denied him entry #WorldCup #poetry

Somali referee denied US entry for World Cup to officiate UEFA Super Cup Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, was on Thursday named to officiate UEFA’s Super Cup, European football’s governing body announced.UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin poured praise on the Somali referee in a statement released a few hours before global body FIFA’s flagship World Cup was to start.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.“Omar Artan is an excellent young but already experienced referee, who has proven himself at the highest competition level of the Confederation of African Football,” said Ceferin.“Football is made to connect people, and UEFA wants to show its respect to Omar and his outstanding officiating skills, which had earned him such a prestigious nomination.”UEFA said that after talks with the African confederation, it “has today appointed Somali referee Omar Artan to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup” on August 12 in Salzburg, Austria, between Champions League winners

US official claims banned referee had links with 'terror organisations' Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States because of his "association with suspected members of terror organisations," says a US official.

Somali referee Artan barred from entering USA Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, is denied entry to the United States.

Fans Call Out U.S. After Africa's Best Referee Omar Artan Barred from ... The White House has defended its decision to block Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan from entering the United States, sparking international debate just weeks before the 2026 FIFA World Cup . Artan, named Africa’s Referee of the Year in 2025 , was poised to make history as the first Somali official to oversee a World Cup match but was turned away at Miami International Airport despite holding a valid visa. Andrew Giuliani, executive director of the White House Task Force for the World Cup, confirmed that several tournament officials had been denied entry due to security concerns. “No players or coaches were affected,” he stressed at a recent Atlantic Council event, adding that the government was acting to prevent potential threats from entering the country under the guise of tournament participation. U.S. authorities suggested Artan may have alleged connections to individuals under investigation for terrorist activities, though no evidence has been publicly released. Artan’s exclusion is a blow to Africa’s football community. The Somali referee’s rapid rise from officiating at major Confederation of Afric…

Somalia: World Cup - First Somali Referee Omar Artan Denied Entry Into U.S. [Vanguard] Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to make history as the first official from his country to officiate at a FIFA World Cup, has reportedly been denied entry into the United States ahead of the tournament.

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Omar Artan given hero’s welcome in Somalia after referee’s US entry blocked <ul><li><p>Artan deemed a threat to national security by US officials</p></li><li><p>‘I promise you that I will attend the next one’</p></li></ul><p>The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the US arrived on Wednesday in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, where he was received by a crowd of supporters and officials.</p><p>Omar Artan was due to be the first referee from Somalia to officiate at a World Cup after making Fifa’s final list for the tournament. He is one of Africa’s top referees and was named the continent’s best male referee in 2025.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/10/referee-omar-artan-given-heros-welcome-somalia-after-us-entry-blocked">Continue reading...</a>

U.S. defends denying entry to Africa's top referee as World Cup visa ... The White House has defended its decision to deny entry to award-winning Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, as visa restrictions and border checks emerge as one of the most controversial issues surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry to the United States despite being selected to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The White House has defended denying entry to Somali referee Omar Artan, citing security concerns. Artan was set to become the first Somali official to referee at a FIFA World Cup. Iranian officials and support staff have also reportedly faced visa restrictions ahead of the tournament. The controversy is raising questions about how U.S. immigration policies could affect the world’s biggest sporting event. ADVERTISEMENT Recommended articles markets Africa's second richest man wins approval for $950 million healthcare deal as South Africa debates future of private medicine markets Kenyan billionaire businessman Adil Popat’s Simba Corp commits $7.7 million to EV production as Kenya emerges as East Africa’s electric mobility hub markets Sanctioned…

Somali referee denied US entry, dropped from FIFA World Cup 2026 Omar Artan, Africa's top referee in 2025, was set to become the first Somali national to officiate at a FIFA World Cup before being denied entry by US authorities

Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut <p>The ​United States has denied entry to soccer referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who had been expected to be the ‌first Somali to officiate at a match in the World Cup.</p> <p>A FIFA spokesperson said Artan would not be able to train or officiate at the World Cup — which kicks off on Thursday — after he was not allowed to enter the United States over the weekend.</p> <p>Somalia’s government said it had unsuccessfully ​tried to negotiate with the US and FIFA so that Artan could enter the country and it was saddened ​by what had happened.</p> <p>“His international achievements are a source of honour and pride for the Somali people,” ⁠Somalia’s sports ministry said in a statement.</p> <p>In a press release issued on Tuesday, the Somali Football Federation (SFF) expressed sadness over the ​situation, calling Artan’s appointment a milestone for the country that resulted from years of dedication, professionalism and integrity.</p> <p>The SFF said it has ​not received an official explanation as to why Artan was denied entry to the US, adding that it is working closely with FIFA and the relevant authorities to understand the …

Somalia: Somalia Regrets World Cup Absence of Referee Omar Artan After U.S. Entry Setback [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's Ministry of Youth and Sports on Tuesday expressed deep regret over the circumstances that prevented internationally recognized Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan from participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup being hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

US Denies Entry to Africa’s Referee of the Year Ahead of World Cup A World Cup referee from Somalia confirmed on Tuesday that US border patrol officials denied him entry into the country. “I am very, very disappointed,” Omar Abdulkadir Artan, one of 52 referees chosen in April for the upcoming FIFA Men’s World Cup, told the New York Times. “I’m just simply a referee who’s trying to [&#8230;]

Which World Cup teams, players and officials were denied US visas, entry? Top Somali referee Omar Artan latest victim of stringent US travel policies after Iranian squad&#039;s visas were delayed.