FIFA To Make Full Payment To Somali Referee Omar Artan Despite World Cup Ban

Naijanews | 15-06-2026 01:29am |

FIFA has confirmed that Somali referee Omar Artan will receive his complete tournament fee, despite being barred from entering the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This decision comes in light of Artan's inability to participate in the tournament due to visa issues. The governing body of world football has stated that the payment is in accordance with their policies regarding referees, ensuring that officials are compensated for their selection, regardless of their participation status.

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