Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan to officiate the UEFA Super Cup

Omar Abdulkadir Artan, a Somali referee who was excluded from the 2026 World Cup after being denied entry to the United States in June, has received an invitation from UEFA to officiate the Super Cup final.

The match, scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, will feature Paris Saint-Germain against Aston Villa. This opportunity marks a significant step in Artan's career, as he expressed his dedication and effort to reach this level.

Despite the controversy surrounding his exclusion from the World Cup, UEFA has chosen to trust his experience for this important international match.