Why GFA spokesperson pulled Jordan Ayew away from journalists during interview

The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, pulled Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew away from journalists when he was asked a question involving Thomas Partey's legal issue.

England defender Djed Spence appeared to be the only player in the squad who did not shake Thomas Partey's hand before England's World Cup clash with Ghana in Boston.

Attention had focused on the pre-match handshake amid the ongoing legal case involving rape charges against the Ghana midfielder.

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Television cameras cut away during the handshake line, but footage circulating online appeared to show Spence keeping his right hand in the pocket of his tracksuit top as Partey approached.

The moment appeared to surprise Partey, who briefly looked back towards the Tottenham defender before continuing down the line.

After the game, journalists gathered in the media zone to interview Ayew about the match, the team's performance, and their chances of qualification following the goalless draw against the Three Lions.

During the interview, a journalist asked Ayew about the handshake saga between Spence and Partey before kick-off.

The journalist said, "Djed Spence refusing to shake hands with Partey…" but before the question could be completed, GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum immediately intervened, saying, "Let's go, let's go," and led Ayew away.

Issues relating to Partey's charges have been sidelined from discussion during press conferences and interviews by FIFA officials and others, who insist such matters will not be tolerated as they are being dealt with in court.

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