IOC confident regarding 2028 Olympics amid World Cup entry issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:27 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) expressed confidence that the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles will not face the same entry issues that some World Cup participants encountered. A Somali referee was denied entry to the U.S. on suspicions related to terrorism. IOC President Kirsty Coventry stated that there is ongoing work to address these concerns. FIFA President Gianni Infantino referred to the situation as unfortunate but highlighted efforts to improve conditions. The IOC has been in contact with LA28 organizers to ensure smooth entry for participants.
- •Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry to the U.S. before the World Cup.
- •He was interrogated for over 11 hours and detained for additional hours.
- •Infantino and Coventry emphasize ongoing collaboration to prevent similar issues.
- •The IOC is closely monitoring immigration policies with LA28 organizers.
- •Coventry hopes to attend World Cup matches as an observer of the situation.
- 12:27 AMYahoo Sports — If World Cup participants are denied entry to the U.S., what does that mean for the Olympics?
"IOC says work being done behind the scenes for LA’s 2028 Summer Games.
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