World Omar Artan and World Cup 2026: Who is Somali referee barred from entering US? Published 1 week ago on June 9, 2026 By News24x7 Share Tweet Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities. Related Topics: Up Next Israeli air strikes hit Lebanese city of Tyre despite Iranian warning to stop attacks Don't Miss Franco-German fighter jet scrapping leaves European allies at odds Continue Reading Latest Sports10 minutes ago Tennis: Best shots as Arthur Fery reaches Queen’s quarter-finals Tech13 minutes ago Jeff Bezos says AI will create more jobs at VivaTech Paris Sports20 minutes ago World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham set to start in England number 10 role against Croatia Travel31 minutes ago OFSI issues largest-ever Russia fine to travel tech company World36 minutes ago Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison World58 minutes ago Luigi Mangione’s lawyers plan psychiatric defence in state murder trial Bussiness1 hour ago Driving test wait time target will not be met until autumn next year Sports2 hours ago T20 World Cup: England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt out for at least two matches with calf injury Travel2 hours ago Mayor hails launch of new integrated North East travel website Sports2 hours ago Jenny Simpson: Olympic medalist receiving treatment after ‘medical incident’