Ghana has lodged an official protest with Canadian authorities after midfielder Thomas Partey was denied a visa, preventing him from participating in the 2026 World Cup. The visa issue emerged as the third day of the World Cup commenced with a match between Switzerland and Qatar. Further matches scheduled for the night include a highly anticipated contest between Morocco and Brazil. The protest centers on the impact of Partey’s absence on the Ghanaian team’s performance in the tournament. This development adds a layer of off-field drama to the ongoing competition for the World Cup title. Updates on this situation, and all other World Cup news, are being closely monitored and reported. The incident highlights potential logistical challenges faced by teams traveling internationally for the tournament.