FIFA Agrees to pay Omar Artan $100,000 after his 2026 World Cup dreams were dashed

Legit | 15-06-2026 03:29am |

FIFA has reached an agreement to compensate Somali referee Omar Artan with $100,000 following his exclusion from officiating at the 2026 World Cup. This decision comes after Artan was barred from entering the tournament, which would have marked a significant milestone in his career. The payment acknowledges the impact of this decision on Artan's aspirations to participate in the prestigious event.

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