2026 World cup: US cites security concerns for barring Somali referee

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By Lawrence Agbo

The White House task force overseeing preparations for the 2026 World Cup has defended the United States’ decision to deny entry to a Somali referee and several support staff linked to the Iranian national team, insisting the move was driven by security considerations rather than sporting bias.

Speaking at an event hosted by the Atlantic Council in Washington, Andrew…

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