2026 World Cup: Somali referee finally gets his US visa!

Author: Merveil WelloPublished on: June 4, 2026Country: Somalia

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2026 World Cup: Somali referee finally gets his US visa!

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has secured his US visa to officiate at the 2026 World Cup. After administrative complications, he will now be able to travel to the United States. This decision ends the uncertainty surrounding his participation in the tournament.

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