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Ghana's Thomas Partey booed during World Cup match against England

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:06 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Ghana's Thomas Partey booed during World Cup match against England
Summary

Thomas Partey, playing for Ghana in their World Cup match against England at Boston Stadium, is facing boos from the crowd whenever he touches the ball. The midfielder missed Ghana's opening victory over Panama due to a visa denial linked to his ongoing legal issues, which include multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. Partey has pleaded not guilty to all charges and is set to stand trial in the UK. He expressed readiness to play after missing the earlier match. Ghana began their Group L campaign successfully, winning against Panama last week.

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  • •Ghana's match against England is currently in progress.
  • •Partey missed the first match due to visa issues.
  • •He faces seven charges related to sexual offenses.
  • •Ghana won their opening match 1-0 against Panama.
  • •The trial for Partey is scheduled for January 2027.
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  • 9:06 PMYahoo Sports — Why is Ghana's Thomas Partey being booed in World Cup match vs. England?
What they're saying
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Partey, 33, is facing several counts of rape and sexual assault after being charged in July 2025 by London authorities.

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