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Somali Referee Excluded from World Cup Following Visa Issues

FIFA has announced that a prominent Somali referee will not participate in the World Cup due to a denial of entry into the United States.

Editorial StaffJune 8, 20261 MIN READ

FIFA has confirmed that a leading referee from Somalia will be unable to officiate at the upcoming World Cup.

The decision follows the referee's recent denial of a visa to enter the United States.

This development highlights the challenges faced by officials in international sports, particularly regarding travel restrictions.