Somali World Cup referee denied U.S. entry, hailed as hero at home

from All Things Considered · host Emmanuel Akinwotu

A World Cup dream denied — Somali referee Omar Artan receives a hero's welcome at home after being blocked from entering the United States and taking part in the World Cup.

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