referee
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Somali referee Omar Artan says he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite holding the "right papers" and "right visa".
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Omar Artan was set to be the first match official from Somalia to referee at a global finals, but he was turned back when he arrived at Miami International Airport on Saturday.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Omar Artan was set to be the first match official from Somalia to referee at a World Cup finals, but he was turned back when he arrived at Miami International Airport on Saturday.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Iraqi legend Ahmed Rahdi headed home an equaliser against the South Americans but the referee blew the whistle for half-time as the corner was on its way into the area.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
And the referee signaled that Ben was to shoot two foul shots for an intentional foul.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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