Hero’s welcome for Omar Artan after Somali’s World Cup dreams dashed
Summary
Omar Artan, a Somali referee, was stopped from entering the United States, where he was supposed to be the first Somali referee at a FIFA World Cup. After he was not allowed into the US, he returned to Mogadishu and was greeted warmly by many people.Key Facts
- Omar Artan is a referee from Somalia.
- He was scheduled to officiate at the FIFA World Cup in the United States.
- His participation would have made him the first Somali referee at a World Cup.
- US officials denied him entry, preventing him from taking part.
- Upon returning to Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, he received a hero’s welcome.
- Many people in Somalia believe his influence in football is just beginning.
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