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Andrew Giuliani supports World Cup referee's ban over misconduct claims

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:20 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Andrew Giuliani supports World Cup referee's ban over misconduct claims

Summary

Andrew Giuliani, executive director of the White House's World Cup Task Force, has backed the decision to bar referee Omar Artan from entering the U.S. Artan, who was turned away at Miami International Airport, has been labeled a 'bad actor' due to allegations of communicating with 'bad people.' While FIFA confirmed Artan's removal from the World Cup officials list, it stated it could not intervene in immigration matters. Artan is now set to officiate the UEFA Super Cup final in August, following his exclusion from the World Cup despite being a top referee in Africa.

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By the Numbers

•Andrew Giuliani calls Omar Artan a 'bad actor' over misconduct claims.
•Artan was denied entry to the U.S. despite valid travel documents.
•FIFA confirmed Artan's removal from World Cup officiating roster.
•Artan will officiate UEFA Super Cup final in August.
•He is recognized as one of Africa's leading referees.

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5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Andrew Giuliani backs banning of World Cup referee amidst 'bad actor' claims

What they're saying

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White House official Andrew Giuliani has accused referee Omar Artan of being a 'bad actor' who had been 'talking to bad people,' following the U.S Customs and Border Protection's decision to bar him from the country
— Yahoo Sports

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