Omar Artan becomes the first non-European to officiate the UEFA Super Cup, following his exclusion from the World Cup due to denied US entry.
Somali referee Omar Artan will make history as the first non-European referee to officiate the UEFA Super Cup on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the match between PSG and Aston Villa.
Artan was previously denied entry to the United States to officiate games during the World Cup despite holding a valid visa, preventing his participation in the tournament.
This marks a significant milestone in UEFA's officiating history and highlights Artan's resilience following the World Cup exclusion.
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