Ghana's Thomas Partey Barred from Canada, Misses World Cup Opener; Ghana Contests Refusal
AllAfrica—Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry into Canada ahead of the World Cup after Canadian immigration authorities refused his visa. Partey, who faces seven rape charges and one assault count in the UK, was barred at the border, forcing Ghana to open their tournament against Panama without their captain. Ghana's government is contesting the refusal through diplomatic channels.