[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"football-site-config":3,"world-cup-status-en":27,"news-detail-queiroz-backs-partey-s-ghana-call-up-ahead-of-wales-clash":43,"news-related-queiroz-backs-partey-s-ghana-call-up-ahead-of-wales-clash-en":77,"news-related-match-queiroz-backs-partey-s-ghana-call-up-ahead-of-wales-clash-en":26},{"adSlots":4,"affiliateMode":5,"brandName":6,"contentStrategy":7,"currency":8,"friendLinks":9,"homepageLayoutKey":10,"leagueFocus":11,"locale":12,"planVisibility":13,"seoDescription":14,"seoTitleTemplate":15,"siteCode":10,"siteName":6,"siteType":10,"subscriptionMode":5,"timezone":16,"id":17,"tenantID":18,"primaryDomain":19,"countryCode":20,"logoUrl":21,"faviconUrl":21,"theme":22,"seoKeywords":24,"status":25,"ads":4,"focusLeagues":26,"affiliatePolicies":26},[],"shared","Football Prediction Platform","scores_predictions","USD",[],"main",[],"en-US",[],"Football fixtures, results, free predictions, subscriptions, and clearly labeled partner links.","{page} | Football Prediction Platform","America\u002FNew_York",323900000000000000,1,"football.easytestdev.online","US","",{"primaryColor":23},"#1677ff","football predictions, football fixtures, football results","active",null,{"active":28,"leagueId":29,"leagueName":30,"leagueImagePath":31,"seasonId":32,"seasonName":33,"startingAt":34,"endingAt":35,"daysToStart":36,"daysToEnd":37,"phase":38,"includeQualifying":28,"hostCities":39},true,"326135624916537344","World Cup","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.api-sports.io\u002Ffootball\u002Fleagues\u002F1.png","326255613308833792","2026\u002F2027","2026-06-11","2026-06-28",6,23,"upcoming",[40,41,42],"Mexico City","Monterrey","Zapopan",{"article":44},{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":45,"category":46,"excerpt":47,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":48,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":50,"matchId":51,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":52,"slug":53,"sourceName":54,"sourceURL":55,"teamId":56,"teamName":57,"teamIds":58,"teamNames":67,"title":76},"Carlos Queiroz stood by his decision to name Thomas Partey in the Ghana squad for Tuesday's friendly against Wales, amid questions surrounding the call-up. The Portuguese coach made it clear that Partey's presence is fundamental to the team's plans, dismissing any doubts about the midfielder's readiness.\n\nQueiroz's backing comes as Partey's inclusion generated discussion, but the Ghana boss was unequivocal in his support. He outlined that the Arsenal player offers qualities that are difficult to replace, and his experience at the highest level will be key for the Black Stars as they face a competitive Welsh side.\n\nThe match in question is part of Ghana's preparations for upcoming international commitments, and Queiroz sees it as an opportunity to solidify the squad. By including Partey, the coach signaled a commitment to fielding his strongest possible lineup, emphasizing that form and fitness were carefully considered.\n\nPartey, a veteran of multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, brings composure and tactical awareness to Ghana's midfield. His ability to break up play and initiate attacks makes him a crucial asset in Queiroz's system. The coach's public defense suggests that he has no hesitation in relying on the 31-year-old, regardless of external noise.\n\nAs Ghana gears up for the Wales encounter, all eyes will be on how Partey integrates into the team's structure. Queiroz's comments have put to rest any speculation that the midfielder might be sidelined or overlooked. Instead, it appears Partey will have a central role to play when the two sides meet.\n\nThe friendly against Wales provides a stage for both teams to assess their strengths, and for Ghana, the inclusion of Partey is a statement of intent. Queiroz's handling of the situation also highlights his man-management style, valuing open communication and defending his players when necessary.\n\nUltimately, Queiroz's firm stance ends any debate over Partey's place. The coach's confidence in his squad choices sets a tone of unity ahead of Tuesday's test, with Partey expected to lead by example on the pitch.\n\nBased on reporting from ESPN.","news","Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has explained his decision to include Thomas Partey in the squad to face Wales on Tuesday, despite concerns over the midfielder.","336995606247510017","326135632491450368","Africa Cup of Nations","0","2026-06-01T15:48:10Z","queiroz-backs-partey-s-ghana-call-up-ahead-of-wales-clash","ESPN","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.espn.com\u002Fsoccer\u002Fstory\u002F_\u002Fid\u002F48939953\u002Fqueiroz-defends-partey-inclusion-ghana-wales","326222712559112192","Ghana",[56,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66],"326257664185077760","326257814563459072","326257545968619520","326222707169431552","326257551639318528","326257613643714560","326257617288564736","326257623760375808",[57,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75],"Wales","Histon","Arsenal","Anderlecht","Mannsdorf-Großenzersdorf","Hassania Agadir","Mantova","FC Anyang","Queiroz Backs Partey's Ghana Call-Up Ahead of Wales Clash",[78,123,145,148],{"awayTeamId":79,"awayTeamName":80,"body":-1,"category":46,"excerpt":81,"homeTeamId":82,"homeTeamName":83,"id":84,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":50,"matchId":85,"matchName":86,"publishedAt":87,"slug":88,"sourceName":89,"sourceURL":90,"teamId":91,"teamName":92,"teamIds":93,"teamNames":108,"title":122},"326257546392244224","Nottingham Forest","Tunisia kept 10 clean sheets in 2026 World Cup qualifying. 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What his exit means for Reds and","337509192640237569","2026-06-03T06:26:52Z","mohamed-salah-leaves-liverpool-257-goals-what-s-next","BBC Sport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Fsport\u002Ffootball\u002Farticles\u002Fcx2xlk74llno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss","326257545918287872","Liverpool",[130,82,99,133,134,135,136,137],"326257565535047680","326222712110321664","326257546094448640","326257565195309056","326222711623782400",[131,83,114,139,140,141,142,143],"Real Madrid","Argentina","Tottenham","Barcelona","Colombia","Mohamed Salah Leaves Liverpool: 257 Goals, What's Next?",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":46,"excerpt":47,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":48,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":50,"matchId":51,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":52,"slug":53,"sourceName":54,"sourceURL":55,"teamId":56,"teamName":57,"teamIds":146,"teamNames":147,"title":76},[56,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66],[57,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75],{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":46,"excerpt":149,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":150,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":50,"matchId":51,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":151,"slug":152,"sourceName":89,"sourceURL":153,"teamId":107,"teamName":121,"teamIds":154,"teamNames":163,"title":172},"After 12-year absence, Côte d'Ivoire return to World Cup with 2023 AFCON-winning coach Emerse Faé aiming to reach quarter-finals, buoyed by Nicolas Pépé's form.","336803620148219905","2026-06-01T07:00:10Z","cote-d-ivoire-world-cup-2026-preview-can-fae-s-side-reach","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theguardian.com\u002Ffootball\u002F2026\u002Fjun\u002F01\u002Fcote-divoire-world-cup-2026-team-guide",[107,79,155,100,156,157,136,158,159,160,161,162],"326222711946743808","326257541291970560","326257565363081216","326222712429088768","326257539614248960","326222712978542592","326222712076767232","326222713175674880",[121,80,164,115,165,166,142,167,168,169,170,171],"South Korea","Trabzonspor","Villarreal","Scotland","Atalanta","Ecuador","Germany","Curaçao","Côte d'Ivoire World Cup 2026 Preview: Can Faé's Side Reach"]