Somali referee Omar Artan, denied entry to USA for World Cup 2026, appointed for UEFA Super Cup

UEFA's official website has announced that Somali referee Omar Artan will officiate the UEFA Super Cup match between PSG and Aston Villa. FIFA had previously included Artan in the list of referees for the 2026 World Cup, but he was denied entry to the United States, preventing his participation in the tournament. Despite missing out on the World Cup, Artan has now received a prestigious appointment for the European club final.