Villarreal player Thomas Partey sits on the bench during the Champions League match between Tottenham and Villarreal in London on Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will not play in his team's World Cup opener Wednesday after Canada denied his visa application while he awaits trial in London on multiple charges of rape
Partey (32, Villarreal) banned from Ghana's World Cup opener Wednesday: Canada denies visa while he awaits trial in London for sexual assault allegations. Canada enforces immigration law strictly regardless of sporting events.
Villarreal player Thomas Partey sits on the bench during the Champions League match between Tottenham and Villarreal in London on Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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