Coupe du monde 2026 : un joueur anglais aurait refuser de serrer la main à Thomas Partey
The match between England and Ghana (0-0), played on Tuesday in Group L of the 2026 World Cup, did not offer much in the way of entertainment on the pitch. However, a gesture seen before kickoff quickly fueled discussions in the British media.
During the pre-match protocol imposed by FIFA, when the players of the two teams greeted each other after the national anthems, English defender Djed Spence reportedly deliberately avoided shaking hands with Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey.
The scene, widely reported by the Daily Mail and several other English media outlets, quickly went viral on social media. While no official explanation has been given by the player or the English Football Association, this gesture is interpreted by some observers as being linked to the serious allegations against Thomas Partey.
The Ghanaian international is facing accusations of rape and sexual assault from four women. The case continues to generate numerous reactions in the United Kingdom, although no public statement from Djed Spence has yet confirmed the reasons for his actions.
On the sporting front, the two teams parted with a goalless draw (0-0), a result that leaves the suspense intact in the race to qualify for the round of 32.
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