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Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan arrives at the UEFA Super Cup

Omar Abdulkadir Artan, a Somali referee previously banned by the U.S., will take part in the UEFA Super Cup.

11 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan arrives at the UEFA Super Cup — Archive photoPhoto: jikatu · Flickr · BY-SA

Omar Abdulkadir Artan, the Somali referee who was banned by the United States, has arrived at the UEFA Super Cup to officiate at this important event. According to Infobae, Artan expressed his dedication, stating: 'I have worked very hard to get here.'

His participation in the Super Cup has generated interest, as it is notable that despite previous controversies, he has been allowed to officiate at a high-level competition, according to El Universal.

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