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 Sports2 hours ago Tennis: Best shots as Arthur Fery reaches Queen’s quarter-finals Tech2 hours ago Jeff Bezos says AI will create more jobs at VivaTech Paris Sports2 hours ago World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham set to start in England number 10 role against Croatia Travel2 hours ago OFSI issues largest-ever Russia fine to travel tech company World2 hours ago Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison Tech2 hours ago Google, Nvidia and Anthropic bosses’ AI tips for students World2 hours ago Luigi Mangione’s lawyers plan psychiatric defence in state murder trial Bussiness3 hours ago Driving test wait time target will not be met until autumn next year Sports3 hours ago T20 World Cup: England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt out for at least two matches with calf injury Travel3 hours ago Mayor hails launch of new integrated North East travel website