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Somali World Cup referee denied U.S. entry, hailed as hero at home
- Emmanuel Akinwotu
- June 10, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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A World Cup dream denied — Somali referee Omar Artan receives a hero's welcome at home after being blocked from entering the United States and taking part in the World Cup.
(Image credit: Abuukar Mohamed Muhidin)
Originally published at NPR World