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FIFA announced that Somali referee Omar Artan will receive his full World Cup salary despite being unable to attend the 2026 tournament. Artan, who was named Africa's best referee in 2025, was set to join the officiating team in the United States.
He was detained for 11 hours at Miami International Airport after his diplomatic passport and single‑entry visa were rejected. The visa denial prevented him from entering the country and officiating any matches.
FIFA's decision underscores its commitment to honoring officials' contractual rights.
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