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World Cup 2026: Does referee case show FIFA has lost control of its tournament? (opens in new tab)

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With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?

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World Cup 2026: Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its tournament?

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