Omar Artan looks on during the AFCON Group F match between Gabon and Ivory Coast at Marrakech stadium, Marrakech, Morocco on December 31, 2025.Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images
Somali referee won't officiate 2026 World Cup after being denied entry into U.S.
CBP noted that all travelers seeking entry into the U.S. — including athletes, coaches and staff — are subject to CBP inspection and vetting.