Rooney: Konsa’s Tackle Was a Penalty as Ghana Fans Cry ‘Robbed’

For many Ghanaian fans, the officials denied a clear penalty when substitute Prince Kwabena Adu was flattened by Ezri Konsa in the box. The referee ruled Adu offside just before the flying challenge, despite no contact with the ball. Wayne Rooney, on the post-match analysis show, called the tackle reckless. He said Konsa’s feet were off the ground and that it should have drawn a penalty—and possibly a red card. The decision spared England a defeat in their World Cup opener but sparked outrage online. Supporters accused the match officials of bias and questioned why VAR was not consulted. Now the Black Stars must regroup after feeling they missed a chance for a historic win, while England look to tighten up their defence ahead of the knockout rounds.

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