England draws with Ghana amid Pickford penalty scare in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
England and Ghana played to a goalless draw in their World Cup Group L match on June 23. The match featured a pivotal moment in the 67th minute when England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford collided with Ghana’s Prince Kwabena Adu, raising questions about a potential red card and penalty. Referee Saíd Martínez awarded a free-kick to England, a decision that frustrated Ghana's manager Carlos Queiroz. Later, a challenge by Ezri Konsa on Adu went unpunished despite calls for a VAR review. England failed to capitalize on their chances, finishing the match without a goal as they prepare for their final group game against Panama on July 27.
- •Match occurred on June 23 in World Cup Group L.
- •Jordan Pickford avoided a red card after a foul on Prince Kwabena Adu.
- •Ezri Konsa was not penalized for a challenge on Adu.
- •England's best chance saw Harry Kane miss a rebound after hitting the bar.
- •England faces Panama next on July 27.
- 10:23 PMYahoo Sports — England lucky to avoid Jordan Pickford red card and late penalty in drab Ghana draw
"Pickford escaped a red card while Ezri Konsa was fortunate not to concede a penalty for a clumsy challenge in an imperfect England performance
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