US bars Somali World Cup referee after Miami airport detention
What's new: US officials cited derogatory information and alleged ties to suspected terror members, ending Omar Artan's 2026 tournament role.
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#Miami International Airport
Somali World Cup referee denied US entry after 11-hour interview
Why it matters: Omar Artan was removed from FIFA's officiating roster because all referees must train and stay at a Miami base.