Somali international referee Omar Artan is expected to serve as the center referee in the UEFA Super Cup match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Aston Villa on Wednesday.
The appointment comes after Artan was named among the referees who faced difficulties entering the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after he was denied entry into the country.
Despite that incident, Artan has now been entrusted with the major responsibility of officiating one of the most important matches on the European football calendar. He is expected to ensure that the match is conducted fairly and in accordance with the laws of the game.
The match will bring together the champions of two major European competitions, with PSG entering the clash with high expectations following their success last season.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa will have the responsibility of representing the quality of English football in the match, making Artan’s appointment another talking point ahead of the encounter.
For the Somali referee, this is a major opportunity to enhance his profile in international football and continue building a reputation through high-profile matches at the European level.
Source: RMC Sport
