Ivory Coast Striker Elye Wahi Cleared for Canada Entry Amidst Fixing Probe

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi has been cleared to enter Canada for his nation's upcoming World Cup match against Germany, following earlier reports of an initial denial. The Ivorian Football Federation confirmed on Thursday that the necessary administrative authorizations for his entry into Canadian territory had been obtained, reversing an earlier announcement that he would miss the game.

The clearance comes amidst an ongoing investigation in France into suspected match-fixing. French authorities are examining unusual betting patterns related to a yellow card Wahi received while playing for Nice in a Ligue 1 match against Metz on May 17, 2026.

Wahi was reportedly arrested and questioned in connection with the probe on May 29 but was subsequently released, and he has not been formally charged with any crime. He had already participated in Ivory Coast's opening World Cup victory against Ecuador in Philadelphia.