# FIFA Pays Somali Referee Denied World Cup

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Podcast: [MLS News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mls-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7438489)
Published: 2026-06-14T15:27:42+00:00
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FIFA is stepping in to pay Omar Artan, Somalia’s first-ever World Cup referee, his full World Cup salary after he was blocked from officiating due to a visa snafu tied to Somalia’s travel ban — despite holding a diplomatic passport and being hailed as Africa’s top ref. Though Customs denied entry in Miami citing alleged terror ties he denies, Artan’s talent shone through with UEFA assigning him the 2026 Super Cup — proving global soccer still sees his worth. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/02da2fb3edbc98e4

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