Also known as: Patey · Arsenal star · the Villarreal midfielder · the former Arsenal midfielder · Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey · former Arsenal player
Midfielder for Villarreal who appeared in Ghana's 2026 World Cup campaign and won MVP in the England draw.
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Joy Online
Ghana’s Ministry of Sports and Recreation has called on FIFA to take a “more active interest” in safeguarding the rights of participating nations after midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry into Canada. …
2026 World Cup: Sports Ministry demands FIFA intervention over Partey’s visa denialJoy Online
Government has formally protested Canada’s decision to deny a temporary residence visa to Black Stars midfielder and World Cup squad member, Thomas Partey, describing the move as unfair and inconsistent with the principle of presumption of innocence. …
World Cup: Reliance on unproven charges unfair – Foreign Ministry challenges Canada’s decision to deny Thomas Partey entryJoy Online
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed confidence that the Black Stars will overcome the setback arising from Thomas Partey’s visa denial and channel the disappointment into a stronger performance when Ghana opens its FIFA World Cup campaign against Pan …
Partey’s visa denial will not break our spirit – Kofi Adams tells detractorsJoy Online
The government has intensified efforts to challenge Canada’s refusal to grant a visa to Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey, pointing to the fact that the player was recently cleared to enter the United States and is currently with the Ghana national team at its World Cup traini …
Thomas Partey has been given US visa and presently in the US – Kofi AdamsJoy Online
The government has intensified its criticism of FIFA over the decision by Canada to deny Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey a visa for Ghana’s opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the situation as a troubling precedent that threatens the integrity of internation …
Kofi Adams slams FIFA over Partey visa refusal responseJoy Online
The government has strongly criticised Canada’s decision to deny a visa to Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of Ghana’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the move as unfair, excessive and contrary to the principle of presumption of innocence. …
Thomas Partey’s Canada visa denial unfair, overreaction and wrong – Kofi AdamsJoy Online
Ghana’s preparations for its opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a major setback after FIFA confirmed that Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey will be unable to travel to Canada for the country’s first Group H encounter against Panama following the rejection o …
FIFA issues disclaimer after Canada denies Thomas Partey entryJoy Online
… Queiroz’s 26-man squad features captain Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey, Iñaki Williams, Antoine Semenyo, and goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi, who is set for his second successive World Cup. …
Photos: Black Stars arrive in Providence for final phase of World Cup preparationsJoy Online
Ghana is expected to seek a review of Canada’s decision to deny midfielder Thomas Partey a visa ahead of the Black Stars’ opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
Ghana to seek review of Canada’s visa decision on Thomas ParteyThe Chronicle
Ghana’s preparations for their opening fixture at the FIFA World Cup have suffered a major setback following reports that midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied access to Canada and will therefore miss the Black Stars’ first game of the tournament. …
Partey Ruled Out of Ghana’s World Cup Opener After Canada Denies EntryGhana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. Fans blamed the technical team's player selection and the team's cautious tactical approach throughout the tournament.
7 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. Fans blamed the technical team's player selection and the team's cautious tactical approach throughout the tournament.
7 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana lost 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with coach Carlos Queiroz citing lack of maturity and experience as the team lacked composure and coordination throughout the match.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1–0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, with Jhon Arias scoring in the 14th minute to send the South Americans through to the last 16.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has recalled Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, and Caleb Yirenkyi to the starting line-up for a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. The winner advances to face Switzerland in the Round of 16.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
As of 2 July, 14 players still active at the World Cup are technically without clubs to return to after the tournament ends. Notable free agents include Casemiro, James Rodriguez, Mo Salah, John Stones, and others, some of whom are using the competition to impress potential suitors despite their employment situations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana drew 0-0 with England in a June 2026 football match, with the article framing the result as a historical reckoning—noting that England abstained on a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity in March 2026, then failed to score against Ghana three months later.
29 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew said Ghana's defeat to Croatia in their final Group L match at the FIFA World Cup will not dampen the team's confidence as they prepare for the Round of 32, insisting the result has not affected the team's morale or belief.
28 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars play Croatia at the Philadelphia Stadium tonight needing victory to secure qualification from Group L as group winners or runners-up, having earned four points from two matches against England and Panama.
27 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has mathematically secured qualification to the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 before playing its final Group L match against Croatia, after accumulating four points from wins and draws in its opening two matches. The qualification was confirmed after results elsewhere altered the group threshold, making Ghana one of five countries to book early passage under the expanded 48-team format.
27 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana sits on 4 points heading into a final group-stage clash against Croatia on June 27, with a draw sufficient to advance to the Round of 32. The Black Stars previously defeated Panama and drew goalless with England in their group.
26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A columnist reflects on Coach Carlos Queiroz's composed handling of a press conference question about Thomas Partey's denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup match against Panama, using it as a lesson in managing difficult Q&A sessions.
26 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo said the Black Stars are determined to defeat Croatia and finish top of their World Cup group after drawing 0-0 with England. Sibo credited manager Carlos Queiroz's tactical instructions for Ghana's disciplined performance.
26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Thomas Partey was named Man of the Match by Ghana's vehicle partner JAC Motors after the Black Stars held England to a goalless draw in a 2026 FIFA World Cup group game. Partey, who played the entire match, received a plaque and $2,000 for the award.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana drew 0-0 with England in their second Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, leaving the Black Stars second in the group with four points. Coach Carlos Queiroz told fans the team's target remains reaching the knockout stage, with matches against Croatia and Panama still to play.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghanaian Times compares Ghana's group-stage encounter with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the biblical story of Daniel in the Lions' Den, drawing a parallel between Daniel's faith and the Black Stars' challenge against a stronger opponent after Ghana opened with victories against Croatia and Panama.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has praised Ghana's tactical discipline and defensive organisation following the Black Stars' goalless draw against England at the FIFA World Cup, singling out Thomas Partey's midfield and defensive contributions as crucial to the result.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz criticised VAR officials after his team's goalless draw with England, claiming they missed a clear penalty and red card when substitute Prince Adu was brought down by goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the second half.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Footage circulating on social media appears to show England full-back Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before their World Cup match in Boston. Partey, who pleaded not guilty to seven charges of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to allegations by four different women between 2020 and 2022, was booed by England fans and faced jeers during the match.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars held England to a 0-0 draw in their second Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving both teams on four points with Ghana second in the group. The result brings Ghana closer to the Round of 32, with a Panama-Croatia draw on Tuesday guaranteeing their qualification.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Coach Carlos Queiroz recalled Thomas Partey to midfield and handed Inaki Williams his first tournament start in Ghana's 4-3-3 formation for Tuesday's World Cup Group L clash against England at Gillette Stadium. Queiroz made four changes overall while retaining the same defensive line from Ghana's opening 1-0 win over Panama.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and England, each with three points from their opening matches, meet in the second group game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium; a win for either side could secure automatic progression to the knockout phase.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars play England's Three Lions in a Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium, with both teams occupying the top two spots and able to secure knockout stage progression with a win. The encounter is historic as it presents the first competitive meeting between the nations, who previously drew 1-1 in a 2011 friendly.
23 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Midfielder Thomas Partey has declared himself ready to play in Ghana's upcoming World Cup fixture against England after missing the opening 1-0 victory over Panama due to visa complications. The 33-year-old Villarreal player said he is prepared to strengthen Ghana's midfield as the team looks to build on momentum toward the knockout stage.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England players are expected to shake hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before Tuesday's World Cup Group L clash in Boston, despite Partey facing criminal charges in the UK. The FA has not issued guidance to players on pre-match handshakes, and manager Thomas Tuchel stressed that England's focus should remain on football rather than off-field matters.
22 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
England's FA will not direct players on whether to shake hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before their FIFA World Cup Group D match on Tuesday. Partey, who faces criminal charges in England but denies all allegations, is expected to feature after visa issues ruled him out of Ghana's opening win over Panama.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has called on his teammates to remain focused and build on their 1-0 opening victory over Panama as they prepare for their FIFA World Cup Group L fixture against England. Ayew credited the team's improved second-half performance, substitutions, and collective effort for the win and said the character and resilience shown would be crucial against one of the tournament favourites.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored a stoppage-time goal to give Ghana a 1-0 victory over Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener, but remained modest and attributed the decisive moment to collective team effort and tactical discipline.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Morocco footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape after French prosecutors confirmed the case. A woman accused the Paris St-Germain defender of raping her at his Paris home in 2023 when she was aged 24; Hakimi has denied the allegations and his recent appeal to dismiss the trial was unsuccessful.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Nice striker Elye Wahi was denied entry to Canada ahead of Ivory Coast's FIFA World Cup Group G match against Germany on Saturday. The 23-year-old is under investigation in France over allegations of spot-fixing in Ligue 1, with suspicious betting activity on yellow cards during a May match.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Nice forward Elye Wahi was denied entry to Canada for Ivory Coast's World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday. Wahi was arrested last month over alleged involvement in spot-fixing in Ligue 1, with Ligue de Football confirming unusually high bet volumes on a warning involving the player.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →