Ghana’s Thomas Partey denied entry to Canada ahead of FIFA World Cup match

Canada June 13, 2026 11:02 PM

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his country's World Cup match against Panama after Canada refused his visa application. Partey, who faces rape and sexual assault charges in the U.K. that he denies, was deemed inadmissible under Canadian immigration law.

Ghana’s Thomas Partey denied entry to Canada ahead of FIFA World Cup match

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