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Omar Artan Somali referee FIFA payment

Omar Artan, the Somali referee who was barred from entering the United States for the 2026 World Cup, will still receive his full salary from FIFA despite being unable to officiate at the tournament. Upon returning to Somalia, he was greeted by a crowd of thousands and has expressed his hope to referee at the 2030 World Cup.

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Omar Artan Somali referee FIFA payment

Omar Artan, the Somali referee who was barred from entering the United States for the 2026 World Cup, will still receive his full salary from FIFA despite being unable to officiate at the tournament. Upon returning to Somalia, he was greeted by a crowd of thousands and has expressed his hope to referee at the 2030 World Cup.

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