Somali referee Omar Artan looks ahead to Super Cup after World Cup setback
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Omar Artan, the Somali referee barred from entering the United States for the World Cup, has expressed gratitude for his upcoming opportunity to officiate in the Super Cup. Artan described the exclusion as a "very tough period" during what was expected to be the highlight of his career. His reflections come as he prepares to take on this new assignment in the broader context of his officiating experience, following the challenges faced during the World Cup selection process. It remains to be seen how Artan will perform in this international competition.
- •Omar Artan officiated at the World Cup but was barred from the US.
- •He described his period of exclusion as very tough.
- •Artan is grateful for the chance to referee in the Super Cup.
- •The Super Cup offers a significant opportunity for career development.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Who is Omar Artan? Super Cup referee who was refused entry into USA for World Cup
- 6:34 PMESPN Soccer — Barred Somali WC ref 'grateful' for Super Cup shot
"Omar Artan -- the Somali World Cup referee refused entry to the United States -- has spoken about the "very tough period" during what should have been the highlight of his career.
"Somali referee Artan was denied entry into the USA for the World Cup due to alleged links to ‘suspected members of terror organisations’
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 5:00 AMWho is Omar Artan? Super Cup referee who was refused entry into USA for World Cup
Somali referee Artan was denied entry into the USA for the World Cup due to alleged links to ‘suspected members of terror organisations’
- ESPN SoccerAug 10, 2026, 6:34 PMBarred Somali WC ref 'grateful' for Super Cup shot
Omar Artan -- the Somali World Cup referee refused entry to the United States -- has spoken about the "very tough period" during what should have been the highlight of his career.
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