Somali referee Omar Artan requests to officiate matches in Egypt

Attention is turning to the potential appearance of Somali referee Omar Artan in the Egyptian League, following reports that he has submitted an official request to officiate matches in the tournament, after being barred from participating in the FIFA World Cup due to being denied entry to the host country.

According to the circulated information, the referees' committee has agreed to the request in principle, and the file will be presented to the Egyptian Football Association to make the final decision regarding the use of the Somali referee's services in the upcoming period.

Artaud is considered one of the most prominent names in African refereeing, having made a name for himself on the international scene. He achieved a historic milestone by officiating the UEFA Super Cup, becoming the first African referee to receive this honor, in a move that reflected the level of trust he enjoys internationally.

His inclusion in the list of referees for the Egyptian League represents an important addition to the competition, considering his international experience and refereeing abilities, especially given the need to benefit from the talents that have accumulated experience in managing major matches.

While awaiting the Egyptian Football Association's final word, the possibility of seeing Artan in Egyptian stadiums remains an intriguing event, which could provide a different refereeing experience and demonstrate the Egyptian League's ability to attract officiating names from beyond its borders.