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'Lame Lions!’ England fans fume after rainy World Cup stalemate against Ghana

Published on 24 Jun 2026 2:17:10 PM

Ghanaian fans danced and sang in celebration while
England fans exited Boston Stadium feeling dreary following a rainy 2026 FIFA World Cup draw on Tuesday (June 23).

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Ghanaian fans danced and sang in celebration while
England fans exited Boston Stadium feeling dreary following a rainy 2026 FIFA World Cup draw on Tuesday (June 23).

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