Who is Omar Abdulkadir Artan and why was he denied entry to US For FIFA World Cup 2026?
Published on: June 11, 2026, 11:03 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, set to be the first from his nation at a FIFA World Cup, was denied entry to the US due to suspected links to terror organizations. Despite holding a visa and FIFA accreditation, US authorities deemed him inadmissible, shattering his dream and sparking controversy. Omar Abdulkadir Artan is one of Africa's best referees.
