The Canadian appeals court has denied an appeal from Thomas Partey, a 33-year-old defensive midfielder for Villarreal and the Ghana national team. The court upheld the ban on his entry into Canada, which significantly impacts Ghana’s World Cup preparations.
According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Partey is unable to secure a Canadian visa due to ongoing legal proceedings regarding a rape case in which he is scheduled to stand trial in the United Kingdom. His representatives sought an exemption, hoping for special consideration due to his status as a World Cup participant.
However, the court’s refusal means that Partey will miss Ghana’s opening match against Panama. This adds to concerns about his availability for the remainder of the World Cup.
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