๐จ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐: Omar Artan, the Somali referee who was denied visa entry into the US, will be paid his full World Cup salary by FIFA.
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All the ladies in Somalia are loving the referee Omar Artan, who was not allowed to officiate at the World Cup because he was denied a visa. ๐๐๐ธ๐ด
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, has been denied entry to the United States.
I am deeply disappointed by the news that Omar Artan, Africaโs finest referee and one of the best in the world, may be unable to officiate at the FIFA World Cup due to visa-related circumstances.
Omar has earned his place through talent, hard work, professionalism, and integrity. Having officiated at the highest levels of African and international football, his credentials speak for themselves.
He represents not only Somalia, but also the aspirations of millions of young Africans who believe excellence should be recognized on the world stage.
I remain hopeful that a solution can be found. Football is at its best when it brings people together and celebrates merit, inclusion, and opportunity.
Omar, Africa and the world stand with you.
@Waxaan hambyo heer keedu sareeyso u dirayaa wasiirada magacaaban si guud si gaara wasiir ka wasarada arimaha Gudaha iyo federal ka kabiirka @AhmedMoFiqi iyo wasiir wadowlaha @TheVillaSomalia@SenatorAbshir#somlia hishis ah dunidda hishis la ah