Ghana will be without one of its most recognizable players for the 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign after midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry into Canada.

FIFA confirmed Thursday that Partey, currently facing multiple counts of rape and sexual assault in the United Kingdom, will not be available for Ghana’s Group L opener against Panama in Toronto after Canadian authorities rejected his visa application.

Partey has denied all allegations and pleaded not guilty. The legal proceedings reportedly remain ongoing.

The decision means the veteran midfielder cannot travel to the host city despite already being with Ghana’s World Cup squad in North America.

“His visa application has been refused by the Canadian government,” the governing body of world soccer said. “FIFA is not involved in the immigration processes of host countries, including the adjudication of visas. As with previous FIFA events, the host government ultimately determines who receives a visa and is admitted into the country.”

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