Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?

Jun 9, 2026, 05:55 PM en source ↗
International Football2026 FIFA World Cup & US Politics

Summary

With Somali referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and concerns over staff and supporters being turned back, questions are growing over whether FIFA has lost control of its own World Cup. The disruptions highlight tensions between the tournament and US immigration policy.

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With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?

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