Somali referee Omar Artan faced a disappointing setback after being denied entry to the U.S. for the FIFA World Cup, despite holding a valid visa. He was welcomed home by hundreds in Mogadishu, vowing to attend the next tournament. The incident sparked international criticism and raised questions about U.S. hosting capabilities amidst stricter immigration policies.
Somali referee Omar Artan faced a disappointing setback after being denied entry to the U.S. for the FIFA World Cup, despite holding a valid visa. He was welcomed home by hundreds in Mogadishu, vowing to attend the next tournament. The incident sparked international criticism and raised questions about U.S. hosting capabilities amidst stricter immigration policies.
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