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Ghana's Thomas Partey denied Canada entry, to miss World Cup opener
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67% centerFirst reported by Walla · Jun 12, 2026
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What happened
Thomas Partey, Ghana's 32-year-old midfielder, will miss his team's World Cup opener in Toronto after Canada denied him a visa. He faces rape and sexual assault charges tied to complaints from four women and is due to stand trial next year.
- 01Canada denied Thomas Partey an entry visa, blocking his World Cup trip.
- 02He will miss Ghana's first match in Toronto.
- 03Partey faces rape and sexual assault charges from complaints by four women.
- 04His trial is set for next year.
- 05FIFA said the host government decides visa approval.
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