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FIFA to Pay Somali Referee Full World Cup Fee Despite US Entry Ban
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- When:
- June 14, 2026 · 5:03 PM
- Where:
- Miami turned him away at the
- Source:
- EssentiallySports
Omar Artan was all set to make history this summer at the FIFA World Cup, becoming the first Somali to referee a match at the tournament Finals. Alas, the authorities in Miami turned him away at the airport, which led to an outpour of support for Artan from fans and other organizations, including UEFA. Taking […] The post FIFA to Pay Somali Referee Full World Cup Fee Despite US Entry Ban appeared first on EssentiallySports.
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