With all eyes set on him, Thomas Partey delivered as expected by millions of Ghanaians in his first 2026 FIFA World Cup game.

The former Arsenal star missed Ghana’s tournament opener against Panama on June 17 at the BMO Stadium in Toronto.

The immigration authorities in Canada deemed Partey morally unfit to enter the country due to charges of rape and sexual assault he currently faces.

Fast-forward at the Boston stadium last Tuesday night, he made his debut at the competition, marshaling Ghana’s midfield alongside Kwasi Sibo and youngster Caleb Yirenkyi.

Though England’s Jude Bellingham was voted the superior player of the match, an award he confessed should’ve gone to a Ghanaian, he had been recognized by Tecno as the man of the match.

Tecno Mobile, a global leading manufacturer of smart phones, awarded Partey a sleek ‘Phantom V Fold’ phone for his stellar performance.

Ghana produced exquisite defensive performances to share the points with tournament favorites, England.