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World Cup Match Sparks Controversy

Updated 2026-06-23 22:10 UTC 1 source Negative

England's Djed Spence did not shake hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey before their World Cup match in Boston, raising questions about sportsmanship. The incident occurred during a tense group stage encounter.

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BBC Sport

Spence appears not to shake hands with Partey

Footage circulating on social media appears to show England's Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey before their World Cup group match in Boston.

2026-06-23 21:46 UTC

BBC Sport

'Anxious moment for England' Should this have been a penalty for Ghana?

England's Ezri Konsa makes a last ditch attempt to stop Ghana's Prince Adu during their World Cup Group L match in Boston.

2026-06-23 22:05 UTC