2026 World Cup: USA assumes responsibility for exclusion of Somali referee Omar Artan

Author: Rodolph TOMEGAHPublished on: June 10, 2026Country: USA

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2026 World Cup: USA assumes responsibility for exclusion of Somali referee Omar Artan

The United States has officially taken responsibility for the exclusion of Somali referee Omar Artan from the 2026 World Cup. The decision sparked controversy, but the White House confirmed its support for the measure. Omar Artan responded by vowing to be present at the 2030 World Cup.

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