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Thomas Partey included in Ghana's World Cup squad despite legal issues

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Thomas Partey included in Ghana's World Cup squad despite legal issues
Summary

Thomas Partey has been named in Ghana's preliminary squad for the World Cup, set to begin on June 17. The Villarreal midfielder, who serves as vice-captain, faces serious legal charges including seven counts of rape and one sexual assault charge but has pleaded not guilty. Ghana's coach, Carlos Queiroz, has selected Partey for a training camp and friendly match against Wales today. Despite Partey's inclusion, centre-back Alexander Djiku will miss the tournament due to injury, replaced by Derrick Luckassen. Ghana's group stage begins against Panama in Toronto.

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  • •Partey has been capped 58 times by Ghana.
  • •Ghana plays a friendly against Wales today in Cardiff.
  • •Ghana's World Cup opener is against Panama on June 17.
  • •Derrick Luckassen replaces injured Alexander Djiku in the squad.
  • •Partey played 167 games for Arsenal before moving to Villarreal.
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  • 6:28 AMYahoo Sports — Partey named in Ghana squad for World Cup
  • 6:28 AMBBC Football — Partey named in Ghana squad for World Cup
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Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been named in Ghana's preliminary squad for the World Cup.

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Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been named in Ghana's preliminary squad for the World Cup.

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