Ghanaian midfielder at Villarreal, Ghana national team.
FIFA says Thomas Partey will miss Ghana’s Group L opener against Panama in Toronto after Canada refused his visa. FIFA notes it does not control immigration; Partey will be eligible for later matches if travel restrictions permit. Several sources report the denial and its impact on Ghana’s World Cup run.
The 2026 World Cup has expanded from 32 to 48 teams. 11 U.S. sites, 3 in Mexico, 2 in Canada will host the tournament. Stats show record rosters and players with World Cup experience; Ronaldo leads appearances, Messi trails closely.
Several legal proceedings are ongoing: a South African case involving a shooting at Mugabe's residence, a UK protest trial over police conditions, and a Ghanaian footballer facing rape charges. These cases highlight issues of violence, protest rights, and legal accountability today.
The former Democratic Unionist Party leader, Jeffrey Donaldson, is standing trial in Newry Crown Court on 18 charges spanning 1985 to 2008, including a rape count. His wife, Eleanor Donaldson, faces separate charges. Both deny the allegations as the case proceeds.
Argentina has named a 26-man World Cup squad, led by Lionel Messi, despite a left hamstring fatigue that has sidelined him from Inter Miami's latest match. Recovery times vary; Argentina will base in Kansas City with friendlies in the lead-up.