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Reece James Under Fire After England's Draw
24 Jun
Summary
- England fans voiced strong dissatisfaction with Reece James' performance.
- The match against Ghana ended in a goalless draw.
- James' club and country form have drawn contrasting opinions from fans.

England defender Reece James faced considerable criticism from fans after his performance in a FIFA World Cup match against Ghana. The game, held at Boston Stadium, ended in a goalless draw, with neither team managing to score.
Fans voiced their discontent on social media, with some describing James' play as "awful" and suggesting other players should be preferred. Concerns were raised about his impact at both ends of the pitch, with some fans noting a perceived difference between his club and country performances.
Despite the fan backlash, James' statistics from the match showed a high pass completion rate of 94%, two created chances including one big chance, two successful ground duels, two tackles, and an interception. Ghana's defensive strategy, with many players behind the ball, limited their offensive attempts to just two shots.
The goalless draw meant both England and Ghana accumulated four points in their group. England extended their unbeaten streak against African nations in World Cup matches, while Ghana maintained their record of never losing their second game at the tournament.