Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry into Canada due to his outstanding UK rape and sexual assault charges. Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry into Canada due to his outstanding UK rape and sexual assault charges. The 32-year-old footballer will miss his nation's first World Cup game in Toronto against Panama. Partey is charged with seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault involving four different women. All charges will be tried together at Southwark Crown Court. The trial, originally set for November 2026, has been delayed and is now scheduled to begin on June 8, 2027.Ghana national team and Villarreal midfielder Thomas Partey pictured outside the Southwark Crown Court in London, Britain. (REUTERS)Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read MoreCatch all the latest Sports News, scores, and highlights in one place. Stay updated with real-time coverage of your favorite games and athletes along with Lionel Messi latest updates.See Less