FIFA has announced that Somali referee Omar Artan will receive his full fee for officiating at the World Cup, despite being denied entry to the United States. Artan was reportedly interrogated for 11 hours upon arrival, which ultimately led to the decision to bar him from participating in the tournament. The governing body of football has confirmed that he will be compensated in full for his intended role, reflecting its commitment to support officials regardless of their circumstances.
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