Artan to Miss 2026 World Cup

Guardian | 09-06-2026 10:15pm |

FIFA has announced that Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan will not participate in the officiating team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This decision follows the denial of his eligibility to officiate at the tournament. The specific reasons for the denial have not been disclosed by FIFA. As a result, Artan will miss the opportunity to represent Somalia on the global stage during this prestigious event.

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