Hero’s welcome for Omar Artan after Somali’s World Cup dreams dashed

by | Jun 10, 2026 | World

NewsFeedSomali referee Omar Artan was blocked from entering the US, where he was set to become the first Somali to officiate at a FIFA World Cup. Despite the setback, he returned to a hero’s welcome in Mogadishu, with many saying his impact and legacy are only just beginning.Published On 10 Jun 202610 Jun 2026Click here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo

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