Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has been appointed to officiate the UEFA Super Cup final between PSG and Aston Villa

Omar Artan, Somalia's top referee and Caf's 2025 referee of the year, was barred from entering the United States, losing his chance to officiate at the World Cup.

FIFA confirmed that Artan will not take part in the tournament, saying he will be unable to attend training or officiate at the World Cup after being denied entry.