World Cup 2026: Ghana challenges Thomas Partey visa denial in court

By Adegboyega Adeleye
Ghana’s government has taken legal action against Canada’s decision to deny midfielder Thomas Partey visa, escalating a controversy that threatens to sideline one of the Black Stars’ most experienced players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
According to BBC Sport, Ghana has filed for a judicial review of the decision, with a court hearing scheduled in Ottawa as officials seek permission for Partey to enter Canada ahead of the country’s opening Group L match against Panama in Toronto.
The latest development comes just days after FIFA confirmed that the former Arsenal midfielder would be unable to travel from Ghana’s training base in the United States after Canadian a...