Ghana's Partey loses bid to enter Canada for World Cup (opens original article in a new tab)

Ghana's Thomas Partey was denied a Canadian visa due to ongoing rape charges in Britain, preventing him from playing in the World Cup opener against Panama. Both Ghana and Panama coaches stated their teams are prepared for the match without him.

• Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey lost court challenge to enter Canada for World Cup due to rape charges in Britain
• Ottawa denied Partey visa, preventing him from playing against Panama
• Ghana's coach said team is prepared without Partey, and Panama coach said Ghana remains strong without him