Somali referee, Iraqi soccer team members detained, barred entry into U.S.
The Washington Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Immigration authorities state that the detentions of a Somali referee and two Iraqi national team members were part of routine vetting procedures.
- The detentions have sparked demands for explanations from officials and fans in Somalia and Iraq.
- Several World Cup players and team staff have faced questioning or denial of entry into the United States.
- These incidents have caused anger among fans and raised concerns about immigration enforcement during the international sporting event.