Somali Government Expresses Regret Over Referee Removal From World Cup

The Somali government issued a statement of regret. It expressed sorrow over the removal of a referee. The referee had been axed from the World Cup roster. The decision sparked criticism within Somalia. The government’s comment was published by Modern Ghana. Officials said the axing was unintended. They emphasized commitment to fair sport participation. The incident may affect Somalia’s future tournament involvement.