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FA to Decide Handshake With Charged Ghana Midfielder

6/3/2026

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FA will decide whether England will shake hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before the Boston game on June 23.
Thomas Partey, 31, faces seven rape counts and one sexual-assault count and has pleaded not guilty.
His November trial may be postponed to early 2027, requiring him to notify authorities before traveling abroad.
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz defended his selection, saying the process should run, while the FA will issue handshake guidance to the team.

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FA will decide whether England will shake hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before the Boston game on June 23.
Thomas Partey, 31, faces seven rape counts and one sexual-assault count and has pleaded not guilty.
His November trial may be postponed to early 2027, requiring him to notify authorities before traveling abroad.
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz defended his selection, saying the process should run, while the FA will issue handshake guidance to the team.