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Ghana player on rape charges denied entry to Canada

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss next week's World Cup opener against Panama after being denied entry ‌into Canada.

The Canadian government denied a visa application for Partey, 32, ‌who is awaiting trial in England on multiple charges of rape ‌and sexual assault. The former Arsenal star has pleaded not guilty to all counts.

Ghana's opening match in Group L is on Wednesday against Panama in Toronto.

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