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World Cup ref from Somalia who was denied entry to the US was about to make history for his country

World Cup ref from Somalia who was denied entry to the US was about to make history for his country

The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently dropped from the tournament by FIFA had been set to make history for his country
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Iran soccer body claims fans' tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked

Iran soccer body claims fans' tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked

The Iranian soccer federation claims FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans at the team’s three World Cup games in the United States
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FIFA Faces Criticism Over U.S. Visa Denials for World Cup Officials

FIFA Faces Criticism Over U.S. Visa Denials for World Cup Officials

FIFA Faces Criticism Over U.S. Visa Denials for World Cup Officials
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World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia

World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia

The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently dropped from the tournament by FIFA had been set to make history for his country
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Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut

Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut

June 8 (Reuters) - The United States denied entry over the weekend to soccer referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who had been expected to be the first Somali to officiate at a World Cup match.
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The Hidden Benefits of the New 48-Team Soccer Cup Format

The Hidden Benefits of the New 48-Team Soccer Cup Format

The expanded 48-team World Cup has faced criticism, but the new format offers surprising upsides for global soccer, from new rivalries to greater drama.
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There’s a new threat to the World Cup. FIFA might not be ready.

There’s a new threat to the World Cup. FIFA might not be ready.

The world’s biggest sporting event has been heating up
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FIFA and Infantino draw bipartisan skepticism ahead of the World Cup

FIFA and Infantino draw bipartisan skepticism ahead of the World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently addressed U.S. city leaders, joking about soccer "conquering" America as the World Cup approaches
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Somali Referee Omar Artan Denied Entry to U.S., Excluded from World Cup

Somali Referee Omar Artan Denied Entry to U.S., Excluded from World Cup

Somali Referee Omar Artan Denied Entry to U.S., Excluded from World Cup
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How Americans Might Watch Soccer Differently After 2026

How Americans Might Watch Soccer Differently After 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, is poised to permanently alter how Americans engage with the world's game.
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How to Plan a 2026 Soccer Cup Trip With Friends Who Don't Watch Soccer

How to Plan a 2026 Soccer Cup Trip With Friends Who Don't Watch Soccer

Practical tips for planning a 2026 World Cup trip that satisfies both die-hard soccer fans and their less-interested friends.
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How 2026 Could Turn U.S. Bars Into World Cup Broadcast Hubs

How 2026 Could Turn U.S. Bars Into World Cup Broadcast Hubs

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is poised to be a landmark event for U.S. bars, thanks to favorable time zones, a growing fanbase, and expanded hosting.