Canada denies entry to Ghana’s Thomas Partey because of rape allegations while Japan’s Kaishu Sano remains on tournament roster.

While FIFA confirmed the visa denial, it did not immediately provide detailed reasons for the Canadian authorities’ decision.

Partey is due to stand trial in the United Kingdom on seven charges of rape and one of sexual assault. He denies the allegations

O atleta não poderá defender sua seleção na estreia na Copa do Mundo, contra o Panamá

El futbolista de Ghana Thomas Partey es acusado por violación y agresión sexual, cargos a los que se ha declarado no culpable.