13.06.2026 09:20
Ghanaian star Thomas Partey was denied entry into Canada. FIFA confirmed the visa application was rejected, and it was announced that the experienced footballer will not play in the match against Panama.
As the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, one of the developments that left its mark on the tournament occurred in the Ghana National Team. It was revealed that one of the team's most important names, Thomas Partey, was denied entry to Canada.
ABSENT FROM PANAMA MATCH
According to The Athletic, the Ghanaian footballer will leave his team alone in the group match to be played against Panama in Canada. It is stated that there was great disappointment on the Ghanaian side following the decision.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM FIFA
FIFA confirmed that Thomas Partey was not admitted to Canada. In the statement, it was stated that the footballer's visa application was rejected by the Canadian government due to the sexual assault charges he faces in England.
"THE HOST COUNTRY MAKES THE FINAL DECISION"
In FIFA's statement, it was emphasized that it does not interfere with visa processes and the following statements were used:
"FIFA is not involved in the immigration processes of host countries, including visa assessments. The final decision on who receives a visa and is allowed into the country is made by the host government."
MORALE IN GHANA DAMPENED
The fact that Partey, who was seen as one of the team's key assets before the World Cup, will not be able to play has also affected Ghana's plans. Whether the star footballer will be able to play in subsequent matches has become a matter of curiosity.