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Djed Spence avoids handshake with Thomas Partey before match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:46 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Djed Spence avoids handshake with Thomas Partey before match
Summary

Footage on social media shows England's Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey prior to their World Cup group match in Boston on June 23, 2026. Partey faced boos from England fans, marking his first appearance in the tournament after missing Ghana's opening match due to visa issues and ongoing legal troubles. He has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of sexual assault and is set to stand trial in 2027. The Football Association reportedly did not address the pre-match handshake with players ahead of the match.

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  • •Spence and Partey meet ahead of their World Cup match in Boston.
  • •Partey booed by fans during pre-match introductions.
  • •Partey missed prior match due to a visa issue.
  • •He faces serious legal charges set for trial next year.
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  • 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Spence appears not to shake hands with Partey
  • 9:46 PMBBC Sport — Spence appears not to shake hands with Partey
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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.

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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.

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