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Somali referee barred from entering the U.S. will finally officiate at the 2026 World Cup

Omar Artan, a Somali referee denied entry to the U.S. in June, will officiate at the 2026 World Cup.

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Barred from his dream under the Trump administration, he will now take center stage.

This decision marks a turning point after months of advocacy for his reinstatement.

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Cette décision rétablit l'arbitre dans ses fonctions et envoie un signal contre les restrictions migratoires arbitraires, notamment dans le sport.

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