Ghanaians have expressed disappointment following Thomas Partey's Canada visa refusal for the Black Stars' opening game against Panama at the World Cup. The former Arsenal star has been refused entry to Canada over his pending court case in the United Kingdom.Partey has been accused of seven charges of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to allegations by four different women between 2020 and 2022.The midfielder has pleaded not guilty.After it was confirmed

Ivory Coast have return to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 12 years and are hoping to leave a mark.The Elephants are set to open their campaign on June 14, when they take on Ecuador in their opening Group E fixture.The clash promises to be a fascinating contest between two sides built on strong defensive foundations and carrying impressive unbeaten runs into the tournament.With qualification from Group E expected to be fiercely contested, securing three points in the opener

Ghanaâ??s Group L rivals England have reportedly had their preparations for their opening World Cup clash against Croatia disrupted after essential team equipment was stolen from their training base.According to reports, several members of the England national football team have had boots, training balls, and other essential equipment stolen just days before their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Croatia national football team.Team officials are reportedly working closely with

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has opened up on his teamâ??s approach for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to him, the plan is to try to improve in every match, with the ambition of going as far as possible in the tournament."I think we are in a good position to start the tournament. And the goal is to improve match after match. So, I have no complaints,â? Ouahbi said.On the opening Group C match against Brazil, the Morocco coach noted that he is optimistic about

Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has emphasised that the Atlas Lions must defend well as a team to neutralise the quality of Brazil and stand any chance of winning their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The PSG star is expected to start in defense for the North African giants on Saturday, June 13, when they take on the record champions in the Group C opener.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Hakimi acknowledged the strength in the Brazil attack and rallied his teammates to

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has indicated that they are ready for their opening clash against Morocco at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The record champions are set to lock horns with the Atlas Lions on Saturday, June 13, in the opening Group C match of the tournament.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Ancelotti acknowledged Morocco as the champions of Africa despite the pending dispute over the AFCON 2025 final, stressing that Brazil will need to be at their best to secure victory

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has praised the efforts of Team Ghana Liaison Officer Mabel Addai and the Providence Police Command for their support as the Black Stars settle in the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Following the team's arrival in Rhode Island on Thursday, Okraku, together with Ghana's Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, paid a visit to Ms. Addai and members of the Providence Police Command

A stark divide in North American immigration enforcement has sent shockwaves through the FIFA World Cup 2026 camps as Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry by the Canadian government, forcing him to miss the Black Starsâ?? opening match against Panama in Toronto on June 17.Meanwhile, Moroccan superstar Achraf Hakimi remains fully cleared to lead his side onto the pitch for their opening fixtures.The contrast has ignited a fierce global debate regarding how host

Thomas Partey's absence from Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama may not be the only game he misses â?? the midfielder could be sidelined for additional matches in Canada depending on how far the Black Stars progress.Partey was denied entry into Canada due to his visa application being refused by Canadian authorities, ruling him out of Ghana's Group L opener at Toronto's BMO Field on June 17.While he remains eligible for the team's remaining group

Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign has been dealt a major blow before the Black Stars have even stepped onto the pitch, with midfielder Thomas Partey ruled out of the team's opening match against Panama following a visa refusal by Canadian authorities.The unexpected development has left Ghana without one of its most experienced players ahead of a crucial Group L encounter, turning what should have been a moment of excitement and anticipation into an early setback for

Senegal will not be able to count on its supporters from Dakar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as fans of the Lions of Teranga have been refused visas to enter the United States, Senegalese authorities confirmed to AFP.Like their Ivorian counterparts, Senegalese supporters have been denied entry, meaning no official delegation of fans will travel to support the national team during the tournament, which runs from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Visa denials,

Ghana's preparations for their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been dealt a major blow following the confirmation that midfield talisman Thomas Partey will be unavailable for the clash against Panama.The Black Stars will enter the crucial Group L encounter without one of their most experienced and influential players after FIFA confirmed that Partey is unable to travel from the team's base camp in Boston, USA, to Canada due to visa-related issues.For head

Ghana have been dealt a major blow ahead of their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Thomas Partey was ruled out of the clash against Panama because of an immigration issue.The experienced midfielder will miss Wednesday's Group L encounter in Toronto after the Canadian government refused his visa application, preventing him from travelling from Ghana's team base in Boston.FIFA confirmed the development in a statement, saying the governing body has no role in

Ghana have suffered a major setback ahead of their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Thomas Partey was ruled out of the Black Stars' clash against Panama following the refusal of his Canadian visa application.FIFA confirmed that the experienced midfielder will be unable to travel from Ghana's team base in Boston to Toronto after the Canadian government denied his visa.The decision leaves coach Carlos Queiroz without one of his most experienced players for

Ghana's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a significant setback after midfielder Thomas Partey was ruled out of the Black Stars' opening Group L clash against Panama due to visa issues.The development was confirmed by FIFA on Friday, just days before Ghana's first match of the tournament.According to the world football governing body, the Canadian government rejected Partey's visa application, preventing him from travelling from the team's

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been hit by another wave of criticism after Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey was denied a visa to enter Canada, adding to a growing list of off-field controversies that have overshadowed the tournament before and during its opening week.FIFA confirmed that Partey will miss Ghana's Group L opener against Panama after the Canadian government refused his visa application, leaving the Black Stars without one of their senior players for a match regarded

Former Asante Kotoko captain Samba O'Neil is set to continue his career in South Africa after reaching an agreement to join Premier Soccer League side Sekhukhune United.The experienced defender has signed a two-year contract with Babina Noko and is expected to complete the move after the current international break.O'Neil departs the Ghana Premier League following a strong 2025/26 season in which he emerged as one of Kotoko's most consistent and influential players.He

Thomas Partey has remained fully focused on supporting Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign despite being ruled out of the Black Stars' opening match against Panama following the refusal of his Canadian visa application.Despite the disappointment, Partey has remained composed and committed to the team's objectives, continuing to work with the squad from its base in the United States.The 32-year-old is expected to stay with the Black Stars as they prepare for their

Canada's decision to deny Thomas Partey a visa ahead of Ghana's opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has sparked strong reactions among Ghanaian football fans, with many arguing that the midfielder is being judged before his criminal trial has concluded.Partey will miss the Black Stars' Group L opener against Panama after the Canadian government refused his visa application, a decision confirmed by FIFA on Friday.The Ghana midfielder is currently standing trial

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz could hand teenager Caleb Yirenkyi a surprise start in the Black Stars' opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Panama on June 17 following Thomas Partey's enforced absence.Partey was ruled out of the Group L opener after being denied a visa to enter Canada, leaving Queiroz with a major selection decision in central midfield ahead of Wednesday's clash in Toronto.The 20-year-old Yirenkyi has emerged as one of the leading candidates to replace