Antoine Semenyo broke a FIFA rule during Ghana's World Cup clash against England by wearing a different colour grip sock to the all yellow strip of his national team. The Manchester City star lined up for the clash with a white grip sock that was clearly visible between his socks and boots.
FIFA Rule Violation
It is a requirement that any added item of clothing must match the kit colour with that officially ruled in Section 2 of the IFAB's Law 4. It states: “Any tape or material applied externally to a sock must match the colour of the part of the sock it covers.”
Former Referee Speaks Out
Former Premier League referee and PGMOL chief Keith Hackett spoke out on the incident after it was pointed out to him on X. He said: "Well spotted Pat clearly law not being applied."
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