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Canada’s immigration rules could affect World Cup knockout lineups
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 18, 2026
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What happened
Canada’s immigration rules could keep Ghana’s Thomas Partey and Ivory Coast’s Wilfried Zaha out of World Cup knockout matches played in Canada. The 2026 tournament is split across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, and Canada will host two Round of 32 games and one Round of 16 game.
- 01Canada has barred Thomas Partey and Wilfried Zaha from entry.
- 02Both players are competing in the 2026 World Cup and for their clubs.
- 03Canada will host two Round of 32 games and one Round of 16 match.
- 04Ghana could play in Toronto if it finishes second in its group.
- 05Finishing third could help Ghana avoid a Canada match and keep Partey available.
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