Somali Referee Omar Artan Denied US Entry for World Cup Dream

In a devastating blow to Somali football, referee Omar Artan has been denied entry into the United States, crushing his dream of officiating at the World Cup finals. Artan was poised to become the first Somali referee to take charge of a fixture in the tournament's history, a milestone for his nation. The decision places Artan's participation in doubt as the group stage approaches. His absence from the lineup of officials is a major setback, not just for him but for aspiring referees across Afr...