Judge Omar Cartan Reportedly Requested the Egyptian Government to Mediate Sports in the Country
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The famous Somali judge, Omar Cartan, has reportedly requested the Egyptian government to work on the arbitration of sports in that country, and to reside in the city of Cairo.
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Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – The international Somali referee, Cumar Cabdiqaadir Cartan is likely to officiate matches in the Egyptian Premier League after the Somali Football Federation submitted an official request to its counterpart in that country.
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Deeq Maxamed Xasan has warned that lack of planning and limited job opportunities could lead to a loss of talented players, coaches, and referees in Somalia.
Attributed to: Deeq Maxamed Xasan
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Goobjoog Somali
Cumar Cartan has reportedly requested the Egyptian government to mediate sports in the country.
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Goobjoog Somali
Egypt is said to want Cartan to officiate sports there until the end of 2027.
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Goobjoog Somali
Deeq Maxamed Xasan has warned that lack of planning and limited job opportunities could lead to a loss of talented players, coaches, and referees in Somalia.
Attributed to: Deeq Maxamed Xasan
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Caasimada Online
Cumar Cabdiqaadir Cartan may officiate matches in the Egyptian Premier League after a formal request from the Somali Football Federation.
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Caasimada Online
The Egyptian Football Association has received the request from Somalia and is awaiting a final decision.
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Caasimada Online
Samiir Cusmaan confirmed that the Egyptian Football Association supports Cartan's inclusion as a referee.
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Caasimada Online
Cumar Cartan has gained recognition in African football refereeing and won the CAF Referee of the Year award.
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Most recent report · 11 October 2026 08:01 UTC
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Most recent report · 10 October 2026 13:03 UTC
Judge Omar Cartan Reportedly Requested the Egyptian Government to Mediate Sports in the Country
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10 October 2026 13:03 – 11 October 2026 08:01 · UTC
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Cumar Cartan to join the referees of the league…
The international Somali referee, Cumar Cabdiqaadir Cartan is likely to officiate matches in the Egyptian Premier League after the Somali Football…
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Judge Omar Cartan Reportedly Requested the Egyptian Government to Mediate Sports in the Country
The famous Somali judge, Omar Cartan, has reportedly requested the Egyptian government to work on the arbitration of sports in that country, and…
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