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Elye Wahi clears visa hurdle: Ivory Coast striker set to face Germany
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Elye Wahi will play for Ivory Coast against Germany on Saturday after Canadian authorities reversed a last-minute visa denial, resolving a crisis that had threatened to sideline the striker just hours before kick-off. The Ivorian Football Federation confirmed the 25-year-old forward had been granted entry into Canada on Thursday morning, ending a 24-hour standoff that began when he was initially refused permission to travel from France, where he had been detained by police on match-fixing allegations.
The reversal came as Ivory Coast prepared to face Germany in Toronto, a Group B fixture that had been thrown into doubt by the visa dispute. Canadian immigration officials had blocked Wahi’s entry citing unspecified concerns, despite his inclusion in Ivory Coast’s official World Cup squad. The decision sparked urgent diplomatic and sporting backlash, with Ivory Coast’s sports minister publicly demanding clarification and FIFA privately reviewing the case. By mid-morning Toronto time, the federation announced the visa had been approved, allowing Wahi to board a flight and join his teammates at BMO Field.
Wahi’s legal troubles predate the tournament. On 10 June 2026, French police took him into custody in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged match-fixing in domestic league games during the 2024–25 season. No formal charges have been filed against him, and he was released without bail pending further inquiry. The timing of the arrest—just days before Ivory Coast’s opening match against Portugal—raised immediate questions about his eligibility for the World Cup, but FIFA’s disciplinary body cleared him to play pending the outcome of the French investigation.
The resolution of Wahi’s case comes amid heightened scrutiny of visa policies for World Cup participants. Earlier this week, England’s Football Association raised concerns after multiple supporters were arrested for criminal trespass during their team’s victory over Serbia in Dallas, while Philadelphia police debuted AI-powered body cameras capable of real-time translation in 50 languages to assist international fans. These developments underscore the logistical challenges facing organisers as the tournament expands to 48 teams across three host nations.
Ivory Coast now faces Germany with Wahi available, though the striker’s form and fitness remain uncertain. Coach Emerse Faé has declined to comment on tactical adjustments, stating only that the squad is “focused on the task ahead.” The match kicks off at 19:00 local time in Toronto, with global television audiences expected to exceed 500 million.
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Ivory Coasts Wahi allowed into Canada after visa issue The Ivory Coast football federation have announced their forward Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for their next World Cup game after earlier being denied entry.
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