Artan to referee Uefa Super Cup after losing World Cup spot

Omar Artan will referee the Uefa Super Cup match between Paris St-Germain and Aston Villa this summer, a role he secured after not being selected for the World Cup. The appointment marks a significant opportunity for the Somali referee, who will officiate a high-profile European club fixture. This decision comes after a period of evaluation for World Cup referees, where Artan did not meet the final selection criteria. The Uefa Super Cup is scheduled to take place in August, pitting the winners of the Champions League and Europa League against each other.