A 34-year-old Somali referee says the UEFA Super Cup becomes a substitute for a World Cup opportunity he was previously denied. After officiating at the Uefa Super Cup, he describes the match as “my World Cup,” according to reports.
The sources link his earlier setback to travel and entry restrictions. They say he was refused entry to the United States, which prevented him from taking part in the World Cup itself. Both outlets present the same core explanation for why the referee’s World Cup plans did not materialize.
While the reports focus on his personal reaction and the meaning he attributes to officiating the Super Cup, they do not provide additional detail on his specific appointment, performance, or the broader officiating context of the match. The coverage centers on the contrast between being excluded from World Cup participation and later refereeing a major international club fixture.
