Somali referee Omar Artan barred from World Cup after US denies entry

patrickhen.bsky.social172

All World Cup referees should withdraw their services until Omar Artan is reinstated!

PA89

At long last FIFA speak up .... ....what 🤷 ... Oh, it's Canada. Canada AGAIN leading in world affairs, Canada taking over from where FIFA don't have the balls. All games should move to Canada & Mexico.

🌊 For a better America 🇺🇸 🏳️‍⚧️✊🏾🏳️‍🌈61

FIFA selected him as an elite referee and what did they do to help him?

LiarSpeaksTheTruth53

This is when Infantino says football isn't political something something bullshit bullshit...

Gwenda37

So glad I live in Canada. 😊

Nyx Cipher24

If anyone goes to this shitshow, please make a large sign so Omar Artan can know people support him. It was his and his nations dream to do this and the fecking US just destroyed that.. as did those wankers in FIFA who backed trump

Peter Butler20

It sure seems like FIFA could find a way for him to referee in Canada or Mexico And yet

@[email protected]16

And this is exactly what’s happening with the worldwide economy: the rest of the world is figuring out how to get along without the United States. Smart.

Mar 🇨🇦15

We are a welcoming Country and he is welcome in BC where we live. ⚽️

Distressed In The US14

The US is not a safe place for anyone other than wealthy white men. If a wealthy white man is a pervert, he gets bonus points. If he’s a treasonous, grifting, liar with a history of escaping accountability for his countless crimes, well, he’s top tier here in the US. Don’t come here.

kalaninut.bsky.social12

Just move the entire thing to Canada and Mexico. The US is nothing but a shit show.

La Jazmine11

We should just throw the whole FIFA World Cup away! They gave Trump a fake peace prize, they're extremely overcharging for tickets, and this. There's too much controversy surrounding these games and it should be boycotted at this point

Jessica Crabbit (she/her)10

As a red-blooded American, I applaud the BC Premier. Thank you, sir.

And I Smiled 😃9

I knew some other country would do the right thing! Well done Canada.

mumknowsbest.bsky.social8

FIFA has removed Omar from their roster. Infantini is a craven cowering greedy little asswipe - a disgrace to soccer. Imagine being so corrupt, people long to have Blatter back - world football is in crisis

Regina Schrambling 8

For decent Americans, this era is even more embarrassing than the Bushwhacking.

vanresia.bsky.social8

Hat tip to Premier Eby.

zelenooq.bsky.social7

But why FIFA allowed that?!? Even Hitler couldn't forbid Jews to be in the Olympics 1936 Fifa is corrupted association Connected with corrupted ppl, trump and putin Probably netanyahu too

epistone.bsky.social7

I'd move every game to Canada and Mexico now, they have more than enough stadiums to cope and I'm sure everyone would get a warm welcome. But guess what? The head of international football has no balls!

Joseph S. Harrington6

Appallingly embarrassing for the United States.

Hoping for The Best6

Good for Canada. I was waiting for this. Elbows up.

Kirsten something or rather6

Classy. Thinking Americans would support all other refs boycotting the US until we stop being so racist and unconstitutional that way.

Secondsoprano 🏳️‍🌈6

All the referees should refuse to work at matches in USA, in solidarity.

MarySez6

Such a travesty. Omar Artan, it's not much, but please accept a heartfelt apology from this American

bobruth12.bsky.social6

Pretty sure he'll like being in BC bttr than being in this mish-mash of conflict, hate, and prejudice. Good on you, Mr Eby

The DILETTANTE5

Canada always and forever better than America

There is no Dana only Zuul 🇨🇦5

And that’s how it’s done. 🇨🇦

Yon5

Damn Canada ...wish you were warmer...

Billy Reuben5

I’m proud and humbled to be Canadian.

Val Reishuk5

The U. S. government has become so intolerant of diversity. It depresses me. Then I remember: 309 miles north of my apartment, there is Canada 🇨🇦. You inspire me to keep going. Love you, northern ⚽️ fans.

scg10.bsky.social5

CLEARLY no one knows what it takes to become a ref, and to move up and up and up and up and waaaaay up to ref in the world cup!! 🤬⚽️

Korina5

Allowing a country whose racist prick president is illegally keeping non-white immigrants and US citizens caged like animals to host an international sporting event is ludicrous.

plod1.bsky.social5

you can always rely on the Canadians!! well done 👏 hope he takes him up on it

Britta Nolte✌️♥️🇨🇦📎5

I was hoping that would happen! 👏🇨🇦🤝

Jake4

Markwayne is an asshole! He did that!

Ayerishgrl4

Do you think we will ever get over the shame this administration has brought down on this country? Asking for an embarrassed nation

Silvaroma86-64

If I were a foreigner, I would not want to visit, work, or spend money in the United States right now.

AgnesBrowne4

Canada always comes through. ❤️

Wirral4

If it were credible, FIFA would halt the entire competition until its approved staff are given visas and guaranteed safe travel. This is NOT America’s World Cup.

Jane Barnes 🇨🇦🐩👠🍀4

There ye go. Canada is very welcoming if I do say so myself!!

🔯🏳️‍🌈Stay Woke - Tikkun Olam4

KKK Republicans have returned the US to the 1950s Jim Crow era. Those bigoted losers are vile. #BoycottUSA

Eric Richards4

We warned everyone it was not safe to come to the US. But they still insisted it be held here. Not a smart move by FIFA.

gdawg333.bsky.social4

This makes me proud to be a British Columbian. Thank you Premier Eby.

DTown Pirate4

Disgusting though not surprising. I am stunned that teams haven’t wholesale pulled out of this WC. Clearly fans aren’t traveling here to watch. It shouldn’t surprise anyone that FIFA leaders and Trump are chummy…both are horribly corrupt.

Cj it is so nice here 📎4

Making us proud Premier Eby! Thank you from this 5th Generation BCer! Respect!❤️

Chip Pitfield3

Let’s get the Iranian team here as well.

Wren3

As anAmerican who loves her country and Constitution, I find what the current government administration did to Mr. Artan appalling and deeply embarrassing. I'm so sorry. I hope he'll referree in Vancouver--and in every other free country in the world. How shameful that my own is free no longer.

damselfly63.bsky.social3

This made me cry so much. Thank god. This is wonderful.

magsluvs.bsky.social3

Thank you Premier Eby!!! ❤️

jamalmuse17.bsky.social3

Spent 11 hours at and at an airport and being denied an opportunity of a lifetime to be part of a World Cup just shows how backwards FIFA become caving in

Elizabeth Bisbee3

This is utterly mortifying. He debases and degrades us all with his gutter racism. I want to move. It feels hopeless to live each day in a country without values.

John Finagin3

Proud of Canada in these dark times! 👏👏👏

Rosecrucian Roeth3

He is welcome in Canada and Mexico.

Peace3

This is how evil and f’d up USA is!! Congrats and thank Canada! Make sure it’s an AMERICAN referee who loses his spot doing this swap! FIFA is the most corrupt organization now being challenged by Bettman’s NHL but too bad players can’t boycott to get proof of denial or move to Canada!

Pissed Off Canadian3

This is the right thing to do. Well done.

Joseph3

trump wouldn't let this man in because - guess what - he's from what trump refers to as a shithole country. Not only should he go to Vancouver to officiate a game, the game he was slated to officiate in the U.S. should be moved to Vancouver as well.

mmkeefe.bsky.social3

That’s great ⚽️thank you neighbors to the north 🙏

Kittykatval 🇨🇦🍁 💙🦋📎3

Will he accept the invitation? 🤞✌️

nsarj.bsky.social3

Classy. Well done Premier Eby.

Kim Cooke3

well done, Canada ~ on the is one. however, same Canada that denied entry to members of the Palestine Football Association ahead of the FIFA Congress this spring.

mimindogo.bsky.social3

Why are all the other referees not boycotting the tournament when a fellow is banned on racial grounds. They would if he was not from Africa. Disgusting and sad that the football participants in the World Cup are not standing up for him.

bellhui1b.bsky.social3

Mexico Says Come Referee Here, Omar! So, What is the Spirit of World Cup Again? "For the Game. For the World" unite the world through inspiring events, and build a better future What is Trumps Mission for World Cup? White Privilege and Profit! "Discrimination through uninspiring Events!" Apartheid

Paul3

Beyond ridiculous this WC !

🇨🇦 🇺🇦 🇪🇺🇩🇪🇦🇫3

Trump regime is so f#%cked up.

samlovesdogs.bsky.social3

What a class act; we just suck!

Maj Hem2

I understand the problem is that referee pre-games training is in Miami, and he’s not allowed into Miami. He has to go to the training before he can referee. Otherwise he can ref anywhere. Fuck Trump.

calgaryrds.bsky.social2

Amerikkka's new name ought to be: Bigots R Us

Flaming pile of Blanches malfeasance2

He'd have gobs of support here. Mr. Artan is most welcome!

Qwark2

Excellent. Fuck trump and his racist bullshit

The Deuce2

Why is FIFA alright with the US disrespecting their referees?

qxva2

the world cup so far sounds like a disaster and has been ever since they said it would be in the US. Just have it somewhere else come on

janejaney06.bsky.social2

This is why Canada is always better. I have dual, lived in both and Canada holds my heart and my home.

Karen Smit2

Sad we have the worst president ever!

Silvaroma86-62

I am deeply sorry that this authoritarian, small-minded, irresponsible, vindictive, cruel, sadistic, racist regime excluded Mr. Artan. Cheers for Premier Eby! May Mr. Artan have a warm welcome and the best experience in his life in Vancouver.

Julie Bee🐝🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸2

This is a shameful look for the USA, Why are any teams wanting to be here? It’s depressing when you take 7 hours away from news, internet or social media to then get on looking for good news, and realize its been an hourly crap show of chaos, cruelty , corruption and incompetence since 1/20/2025.

fattjack.bsky.social2

Thank you Canada for doing the right thing again

phyllishistorian.bsky.social2

Thank you for your decency, sportsmanship and recognition of world class talent no matter what color jersey he wears! ⚽ Canadian flag here 🙂

Mr. Rochester 📎🇨🇦2

That’s how we do it, y’all. Mr. Artan doesn’t need the USA. 🇨🇦🇸🇴

blueandy2525.bsky.social2

One day away from the plastic World Cup and there is not a drop of joy to be gleaned from it. Previously in the street where I live, half a dozen houses would have England flags flying outside. Right now, not ONE. Is that because people don't want to be associated with the Deform flag shaggers?

H Kenney2

I am so sorry for the shittery you have encountered with the U.S.A., Mr. Artan. I apologize profusely on behalf of the many, many decent people in our country who are completely horrified and mortified.

Our Eyes are Open2

The inhuman nature of the Trump administration. Everyone tries to outdo each other in the horrible department.

Purple Elephant2

Yes. Wonderful to invite him to BC and Canada.

Furious George 🇺🇦 🇨🇦🇺🇸2

My home and native land!!!

Susan Harman2

Bravo. Now just get FIFA on board.

defeline.bsky.social2

As it should be. ❤️

realitycheck01.bsky.social2

Americas decisions are not those of the rest of the world …

Ryan2

The training was in Miami unfortunately

Okay, so about that…2

Way to go Canada! Another embarrassing day to be an American….

K.Rene’ Helms2

Thank you, Canada! 🇨🇦 that’s a tribute to the true meaning of the World Cup. 🙏

Mel Ryane2

Thank you, Canada, yet again for decency. 🇨🇦

#LestWeForget2

Fuck FIFA if they don’t allow this… they are responsible for this shit show along with Trump, freaking peace prize.

YokaiCafe2

There is definitely bigotry and racism going on, but it's hard not to suspect rank corruption at play considering who's involved in these decisions.

cjmachen.bsky.social2

This was the obvious move, no?

habsfan1954.bsky.social2

Whatever else I may or may not agree with him on - good idea Premier Eby! @davidebybc.bsky.social

carlglo.bsky.social2

Jesus…trumps destroyed America…America is now below Venezuela!!!!

Shelley Stamp2

That’s how you do it! #OhCanada

mmothnadine.bsky.social2

BRAVO + Thank You 🙏 Canada 🇨🇦 For Stepping Up When America 🇺🇸 Falls…. On her face and acts like drunk white trash.

shuilian.bsky.social2

Good. Mr. Artan is welcome in BC. But it would have been better had FIFA expended .01% of the effort spent fluffing the American regime on protecting referees & protecting the integrity of the sport. Maybe the Nobel Committee should run footie, & allow FIFA to focus on inventing political prizes?

bluetsu.bsky.social2

🇨🇦Thank you Canada... this is just heartbreaking for Omar Artan and embarrassing for sane Americans... 🇺🇸We're currently experiencing technical difficulties, which we're diligently working to correct...

kiskaz.bsky.social2

That’s flipping one classy bird.

Spencer’s Butte’s Shadow2

He can stay at my house. It's not much but we have an excellent futon.

doxiemeadow.bsky.social2

Great To Hear OMAR ARTAN Will Be Able To Referee‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ U.S. Citizen Here…FUCK TRUMP‼️

Grandma Moses2

Maybe it’s for the best. If he doesn’t come here, ICE can’t deport him after hiding him in a detention center aka concentration camp.

jakeofnotrades.bsky.social296

A bigger part of this story is that neither FIFA nor any of his fellow referees are standing up for him. Cowards. The whole lot.

meeele.bsky.social101

Why ANYONE would come to America for the World Cup is beyond me. There should have been worldwide protests! Fuck the 🍊 💩, his family, the unqualified administration, the GOP and the billionaire sycophants.

Kees van der Leun75

This of course should be reason for the teams not to play until the referee has been admitted again.

Michael56

Not just disgust at this man's treatment, but sickened at the proof of corruption at highest level of FIFA. Not only bought but dropped into a brown paper bag.

Judith Paterson46

This is what happens when a banana republic is allowed to co host the Football World Cup. Shame on all who are allowing this to happen. The convicted felon currently occupying the White House should have a travel ban placed on him.

Eric H.30

Don't go. Don't watch. #BoycotWorldcup26

nycjae204.bsky.social26

The World Cup should not have been held in the United States under this administration. It should have been relocated

Arabella26

Because Trump hates Ilhan Omar.💔

Hirut22

Shameful and disgusting behavior by our government just simply to appease Israel’s hate for Muslims.

Suziey3319

Let him referee in Canada or Mexico. He shouldn't be denied this opportunity

gozion19

like berlin 1936 olympics in too many ways.

𝕃𝕒𝕦𝕣𝕖𝕟𝕔𝕖𝕄19

The World Cup is a huge money making , corrupt enterprise- just have nothing to do with it. Ignore it , ignore the crap in billionaire owned news media - just do something else.

TofuNYC 🏳️‍🌈🗽🇺🇦 🇬🇱🚫👑🖕🧊16

Ppl need to boycott this shit.

Pete Armstrong16

Hey #FIFA you have broken your rules and allowed a host to exclude a top African ref. The game belongs to the world not some warped country nor FIFA. Infantino must go.

Brass Castle16

FIFA is a sham. Any decent organization would retaliate by disallowing the host country's side to play. They kissed Trump's ass with their stupid peace prize only to relearn the ages-old lesson: you cannot appease a tyrant.

Olivier Panhuys14

What do you expect from USA? I recommend you inspection of Senegal squad at arrival in USA bsky.app/profile/paul...

Chris H13

Wow. So ashamed of this country. Stay away tourists. 😢

jordy12

And we all know why. And spineless and corrupt #FIFA and #Infantino are fine with it. #Artan #WorldCup #football #soccer

The Air Is Heavy™️10

How long before the US athletes get denied entry into other countries because of this bullshit?

Doc Sarvis10

FIFA, a bully you cannot count on except to bend over for any rich idiot/autocrat

alisoncitrine.bsky.social10

Every other referee should refuse to participate in solidarity

Jackie Gardina9

Uneducated question: I don't want him to lose the chance to referee the World Cub because the US govenment is zenophobic (among other things). Why can't he referee games in Canada or Mexico?

Morten Boysen9

So sad. Another reason not to watch the world cup. In any case, all the other referees should go together and refuse to partake until Omar has been allowed entrance and to participate. FIFA peace price my ass.

Bad_Cyclist8

AmeriKKKA never changes & votes accordingly.

Leena St. Michael7

Rigging the refs? The same way that Trump & Co. gut the DOJ and rule of law, they are apparently gutting the referee team. He’s Black, he’s Somali (a Trump nemesis country), he’s a visible target and Trump is in cahoots w FIFA.

Scott McWhirter7

All officials should go on strike there and all teams forfeit the first round. FIFA and the US need to be taught lessons. #FIFA

Sean Solo No. 1687

Letting a shithole dictatorship host the World Cup was a mistake.

Andy AVAV Systems6

It’s a joke. FIFA need to stop sucking Donnie’s Dick & stand up for the rules of fairness & justice. Shameful

Lorna MacGillivray6

Fruck FIFA and the USA. Boycott the frucking lot.

Jo Marie5

Why did the World Cup Officials allow the games to be played in the US? EVERYONE knew Trump would create chaos and hatred.

Jorge Quintana5

The USA should not be allowed to host international sporting events.

minion of midas5

Wtaf? FIFA caved on that!?

Flip Switch 🍉🟥5

Al teams should leave the USA and boycott #FIFAWC26 by not playing in the USA

Libero5

The U.S is becoming a truly ugly country. So glad Europe is starting to distance themselves from them.

It isn't just me.5

FIFA should drop the USA for racism.

arussellgerber.bsky.social5

From what I understand, not only was it a valid visa, it was a valid Diplomatic Visa that carries with it diplomatic privilege.

ApplesHardcoreYo5

He followed every protocol they asked of him and the US blocked him for coming from Somalia. It’s literally a racist, xenophobic dog whistle tied to the Minnesota case. FIFA shouldn’t be giving In to such non-sense.

doreengarfield WAR ZONE SURVIVOR4

It's almost like he knows he is dying and wants to fuck EVERTHING up/ humiliate/steal/destroy on his way out. If he can't live forever then no one is allowed to be anything near happy/satisfied/good...

Daphné (she/her) 😷4

The US administration's main policy is racism, pure and simple.

gulfrdfarm.bsky.social4

FIFA + Trump is the definition of racism and corruption. The games are rigged. I feel for the athletes but they should all boycott. Fans, umps & athletes.

diablorouge.bsky.social4

Time for Africa to to stop this US shitshow. CAF should instruct all African teams to withdraw from the World Cup, if our ref is not allowed to officiate. This, however, will not happen as the federations that comprise FIFA are all as corrupt as Infantino and the US Orange Fart.

Dougie Taylor4

The racist rogue regime at it again in partnership with the corrupt FIFA. Will his referee colleagues now back him by withdrawing their services? They damn well should.

captainlaser.bsky.social4

He could referee in Canada and Mexico. Come on FIFA, you can adjust.

François Lecavalier4

Dear #FIFA, Why would #Artan not be reassigned to matches in Canada or México?

BlueElayne 🦢🫘🦢3

Shameful behavior from the pedo-felon US regime.

‼️Wajid‼️3

USA is not getting the same scrutiny as Qatar or Russia did?

spursj69.bsky.social3

World 🌎 time to be Albanian 💪🏼 bsky.app/profile/paul...

Stephanie King3

Clearly, FIFA is corrupt as hell. As soon as 47 came back into power, they should have put the brakes on having the World Cup in the US. It's fucking ridiculous.

And all the other referees remain silent. Too afraid of losing their bonus. Good job, Infantino. What prize do you have ready for Trump now?

The Exile3

Disgraceful. What an utter fucking clown show we are.

Nicola3

I’m amazed that any of the players want to go to Trumpland/ USA.

EmmyEm 🇺🇸+🇬🇧💙3

This makes me so sad. I hate what America has shown itself to be under the Trump Regime. We are not worthy of hosting Artan.

Chloe Haven (she/her)2

The US is so embarrassing and disgusting

m00nstreake.bsky.social2

They better pay him anyway.

Jack2

Assign him to Canada or Mexico

experimental22.bsky.social2

Trumpian Jim Crow, Klan-level racism is international in scope.

swampsparrow.bsky.social2

Keeping this World Cup in the US was idiotic.

Un granito de arena.2

It's no longer a world cup, it's one very big joke.

Blue Honey2

FOTUS ‪trump‬ administration is really ruining the World Cup for so many people. For no defensible reasons. Just pure racism. Sorry humans of Earth.

✨️Alexa the Vampire Lover✨️2

I have bo stake in the World Cup and this is making me PISSED!!!

thecat854.bsky.social2

@fifaclubworldcup.bsky.social you should have relocated your US matches we tried to warn you this would happen Now, please sue the US over this

Joe St Clair-Ford2

Anyone who attends this thing is okay with racism.

warhawk25.bsky.social2

WTF? I suppose Trump thinks he can do a better job?

xzogdrothx2

He should have bribed a FIFA official if he wanted to referee, it's not hard

Hum49

Correction: It’s NOT strict immigration policies but racist immigration policies.

soliloquery.bsky.social39

Don't attend FIFA games. Stay home. Attending shows complacent support for fascism.

John Bentley31

Boycott Trump's and the Corrupt FIFA World Cup.

Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau21

America is such a racist shithole.

Heilinshan20

The fact that FIFA lacks integrity is nothing new. This decision and FIFA’s reaction are simply a new low, a disgrace and a slap in the face for every fan. I remember watching every match of every World Cup before 2018 just to see who the next top players in the world might be. Never again.

8647…Kym17

Im sorry, we have a piece of shit president!

Fred 🇦🇺14

How all his fellow referees don’t strike is beyond me.

Franken-Pattern11

If the USA had let him in, he would have been kidnapped by ice and trafficked. I'm glad he's home safe, but sickened by what the "gop" has done to the USA.

Stuski 🇬🇧🇺🇦🇬🇱💙10

Why can't he ref in Mexico and/or Canada? Is Infantino not going to allow it because it might upset Donnie?

Dona Flaca9

What exactly is there to gain by being this racist to the rest of the world? No one is coming here. Tourism is way down. Hotels and businesses in host cities are not seeing the benefits of this event. It makes absolutely no sense.

GayGuy7

If you watch FIFA games then you support this because FIFA supports this.

bobbobson21.bsky.social7

It would be nice if on the bbc headline reporting his removal from US the oh so brave and balanced pointed out that no evidence of any wrongdoing was provided.

Daddybunny6

All because a certain orange-tinted corpulent hate-machine was “insulted” by Rep. Ilhan Omar when she happily voted for his impeachments. Shameful and unforgivable.

Prdnme6

I am just a woman in the middle of the US who has never been to a soccer match. But I do know right from wrong. Mr Artan was treated horribly. This man needs an apology from many people in the FIFA world and won’t get it. As a citizen of this troubled country I live in I offer my sincere apology

diggersurvives.bsky.social6

We true Americans are ashamed & embarrassed. So sorry Artan that our country has mistreated you.

Jim Mayfield5

What a petty little country we’ve become.

Bigtone4

This is trumps America, he's turned us into a shit hole country. How's he gonna fuck up the Olympics.

Imaginer4

I'm really sorry POTUS is such an ass and bigot.

Boyd Devore3

How deeply embarrassing. The piggy bloated orange convicted felon is ruining everything.

Becky3

The US should be embarrassed.

khwalz3

He has class. Donald is an ass.

joiksinger.bsky.social3

All the refs should protest by not reffing

robertjeff57-58.bsky.social3

Disgraceful he was denied entry

scouseraffa.bsky.social3

FIFA could've easily just given him Canadian and Mexican games but Infantino doesn't want to upset Trump as that would affect his bribes.

Bill3

What the Trump Regime is doing during the World Cup is deplorable and disgraceful.

Tibor M. Kalman3

It will take years, maybe decades, to wash the MAGA stench off of America. A great nation built on the foundational principles of democracy, liberty, equality. A nation built by immigrants who arrived from the four corners of the world in hopes of a better life, and a safe, prosperous future. ❤️‍🩹🇺🇸

The Beethoven Group2

Why didn’t FIFA give him a game in Canada or Mexico?

Rachel Jones2

The treatment of Omar Artan by both the US and FIFA is contemptible I shan't be watching any of the games played in US

Roadmaster, Vintage Vinyl Addict2

Class statement from a classy person in defense of a nationality that deserves global respect and equality.

Laurie2

Our country has become small and petty. It makes me ashamed.

mkbryant2

ugh. I am so ashamed of America's government at the moment 🥲

atasooji.bsky.social2

Why couldn’t FIFA just reassign him to Canada or Mexico and have him switch with someone who wouldn’t be barred?

Covid worrier2

Can he ref some of the Canada and Mexico games?

Dream Weaver2

It's never been more embarrassing to be an American

lakepeg.bsky.social2

Why would FIFA not reassign him to Canada or Mexico??

alenjay2.bsky.social2

Donald trump, an internationally known criminal, has no moral ground to stand on 😡

Elizabeth2

I think we are despicable for doing this. He should be reffing these games. Not next time. This time.

Randhebe2

Well thank god the government is protecting us. Do you know how much damage one Somali football referee can do???? But seriously why didn’t FIFA just reassign him to a match in Canada or Mexico rather than embarrassing him by sending him home.

healinghands65.bsky.social2

The Trump administration is a disgraceful, steaming pile of shit

geniesser70.bsky.social2

What a poor reflection on the USA to host a World Cup.

Steve Walter #FBPE🌻🇨🇦🎾2

Why aren't his fellow refs walking out in solidarity?

FP :-|2

Canada is hoping you come and ref there👍🏻👍🏻

Philip Murphy11

FIFA are an embarrassment. Licking the arse of the Orange Clown will be the downfall of world football.

domiracer.bsky.social9

FIFA, the IOC, the FIA, et al need to be dismantled and new bodies set up. They're all as corrupted as each other and act as a Mafia cartel. Oh, and some people need to see the world through iron bars for 5 - 10 years.

Zach8

FIFA are a cesspit of corruption from the days of Sepp Blatter, he destroyed the organisation. It stopped being about the beautiful game and became about enriching themselves.

dhdoug58.bsky.social7

I could never figure out which was more corrupt- FIFA, the IOC or the NCAA. I think this wins it for FIFA, but it’s close.

rgnijhof.bsky.social5

??? Chill and relax what? This is the official reaction?😳

Raibeart Brus4

Right, that’s Blatter gone, no way FIDA can ever be that corrupt again! Infantino: Hold my fucking beer! Cunt! 🤬

yimmysue.bsky.social4

the referees in every USA match should issue them red cards like candy.

anootie.bsky.social3

C’mon folks. This is FIFA, for God’s sake. Y’all would do well to pay attention to their track record of corruption. Try doin’ a little research on them please. Suspect in MAGA world, they’ll look like playahs though.

kebidoor.bsky.social2

Absolutely. This is a perfect moment for principled resistance.

Charlie Morris2

The national and regional football governing bodies should get together and bypass FIFA. Infantino is an embarrassment, shamelessly sucking up to Donald Trump or any other authoritarian nearby. The corruption makes everyone associated with football look bad. Cut out the middleman.

realitycheck01.bsky.social2

What to say when you can’t defend the indefensible …

Shane….that’ll do it2

Infantino is one corrupt bought and paid for pos. I hope the tournament is a fiscal disaster for the prick and his corrupt organisation.

anxiouspepper.bsky.social2

To pretend racism doesn't exist in soccer is insane... Look at how some of the Europeans fans treat black players back home. This isn't an oops. This is a feature.

bluefinsswimming.bsky.social2

He is obviously on the take.

wfrost2

Just smoke a Peace Prize dude

Vicky S MEd Be A Reader2

Don’t the refs have a union?

JamieK2

FIFA is corrupt and is loving being in the embrace of a corrupt US President. Fairness and the sport be damned, there's money to be made.

Dr Grace S Peng10

He has been invited to referee in Canada

daviddavidb.bsky.social6

The Premier of British Columbia today has extended an offer for him to referee here in Canada, Sadly I’m pretty sure FIFA will fuck it up

Stephanie C.5

David Eby has invited him, but I assume everything has to go through FIFA, and well…

Brian Gentles2

Apparently not being able to attend the referee camp in Miami was the problem in that regard. From FIFA’s perspective that is

👻🗳️Ghost of Democracy 2.02

He was invited to Canada.

Gulf of Mexico2

I saw somewhere he was invited to referee in your hometown, friend!Vancouver!

Mr. Therapy Cat12

FIFA should re-assign the ref to matches in Canada and Mexico.

Jayme Ruimveld11

I’m so embarrassed for what we have become. What a filthy stain this administration is on our once revered nation.

mnliberalmom.bsky.social9

Shameful and disgusting. I'm ashamed of this country 😔

Morg9

What should be a feel-good story turned into a miserable injustice. Thanks, Antichrist Trump, you rotten son of a whore. 😒

René Vogels6

And what are they going to do with the participants of the 2028 Olympics? Refuse all African participants?

rfb71.bsky.social5

I think this sums it up perfectly

Terry & dog 🦮...🇨🇦🍁2

The Premiere of BC David Eby invited him to ref in Vancouver if it could be arranged.

Good Trouble2

As a host country... We don't work WITH FIFA to accommodate the programming of FIFA? Isn't this why they gave the 🍊💩 a trophy? So he'd feel good about them & work WITH them? This Admin is so effed in the head. Absolutely disgusting. Ref is simply coming in to do a job.😞😠

Guido Guinizelli2

Well, one can always rest assured FIFA will do "the right thing" and use in Canada or Mexico. FIFA has consistently exhibited the highest ethical and professional standards...

Robyn7

It’s pathetic how they’re literally using the FIFA games to justify harassing all these people. It’s so sick

Kah-Turak-Arfai4

All other refs should go on strike and refuse to start any of the games.

The Creatively Maladjusted2

Daily Mail 😢 Anyway, that's incredibly fucked up. I actively enjoy getting Somali cab drivers - they're great people as a rule.

Sharski3

And so the dRump FIFA racism is showing its ugly head! Why anyone would want to come to the US for ANY reason is beyond me! Freedom at home OR detained and tortured in the US. 🤔