Thomas Partey denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama
via The Namibian2 min read
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey will miss the World Cup opener against Panama in Canada after Canadian authorities denied his visa application. FIFA confirmed Partey, who is facing rape charges in Britain and has pleaded not guilty, will be unable to travel from Ghana's team base in Boston, USA, to Canada for the match. A trial for the charges is set for next year. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada IRCC stated that it applies its rules consistently and without exception, and officers assess eligibility and admissibility according to Canadian immigration laws. The IRCC added that if an individual is believed to pose a security risk, entry may be denied. Partey is expected to be eligible for Ghana's subsequent Group L matches against England and Croatia, both of which will be held in the United States. Partey joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in 2020 and left the club in June 2025, having made 167 appearances and earned over 50 caps for Ghana.
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