Gianni Infantino says it's "unfortunate" that Somali referee Omar Artan was turned away by the USA
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Gianni Infantino reacted, during a press conference in Mexico this Wednesday, June 10, to the refusal to allow Somali referee Omar Artan, who was to officiate during the 2026 World Cup, into the USA.
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