Ghana team profile - FIFA World Cup 2026
In the build-up to FIFA World Cup 2026 in USA, Canada and Mexico, we shine a spotlight on Ghana.
FIFA World Ranking: 74
Confederation: CAF
Who is Ghana’s head coach for FIFA World Cup 2026?
Ghana’s head coach for FIFA World Cup 2026 is Carlos Queiroz. He took charge of the Black Stars on April 2026, having previously led IR Iran at FIFA World Cup 2022.
Who is Ghana’s captain for FIFA World Cup 2026?
Ghana’s captain for FIFA World Cup 2026 is Jordan Ayew. He has held the role since 2025 and has earned over 115 caps for his country.
How many times have Ghana participated in a FIFA World Cup before 2026?
4 – 2006, 2010, 2014, 2022
What is Ghana’s best performance at a FIFA World Cup?
Quarter-Finals – 2010
How did Ghana qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026?
Ghana qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 after finishing top of their group in the first round of CAF qualification. Teams were drawn into nine groups of six with Ghana placed in Group I alongside the likes of Madagascar, Mali and Comoros.
After ten group games, Ghana finished on 25 points with eight wins, one draw and just one defeat, six points above Madagascar in second-place. Only Tunisia ended the round with more wins across their ten group matches.
Confirmation of Ghana’s FIFA World Cup qualification came on October 12, 2025 after a 1-0 win over Comoros. Skipper Jordan Ayew led the way through qualifying with eight goals to his name.
Who are Ghana’s star players?
Antoine Semenyo (Man City) is coming off the back of a big money January transfer move from Bournemouth to Man City in the English Premier League and has registered over 15 goals this season. A creative outlet with an eye for goal who can play either on the wing or centrally, Semenyo’s attacking prowess will be critical to Ghana’s hopes of FIFA World Cup 2026 progression. He has the individual ability to make something happen from nothing.
Jordan Ayew (Leicester City) has spent the majority of his club career in the English Premier League, scoring over 40 goals in that division. He’s a hard-working engine of an attacker who like Semenyo, is capable of playing in multiple offensive positions. His leadership is also important to this Ghana side.
Who is in Ghana’s group at FIFA World Cup 2026?
Ghana are in Group L, which consists of the following teams:
England
Croatia
Ghana
Panama
Ghana’s Group L fixtures are as follows:
Ghana vs Panama: Wednesday June 17, 2026 – 7:00pm ET, 12:00am UK (Thursday)
England vs Ghana: Tuesday June 23, 2026 – 4:00pm ET, 9:00pm UK
Croatia vs Ghana: Saturday June 27, 2026 – 5:00pm ET, 10:00pm UK
All kick-off dates are based on a local kick-off time
Where is Ghana’s base camp at FIFA World Cup 2026?
Bryant University – Smithfield, Virginia
Expert prediction for Ghana’s chances at FIFA World Cup 2026
Whilst Ghana has the experience of qualifying for the knockout stage on more than one occasion at the FIFA World Cup, they are not one of the stronger African nations on paper heading into FIFA World Cup 2026. They’ll hope that a new coach in Carlos Queiroz can organise them defensively and spark an upturn in performances, but the Black Stars have been dealt a tough hand in Group L.
In England and Croatia, Ghana face two European nations currently inside the top 15 of FIFA’s world rankings. England especially, should wind up too good for Queiroz’s side in their group stage fixture, whilst the always competitive Croatia are a strong opponent to face in the final round of games. Assuming both those matches end in defeat for Ghana, it could lead to them being eliminated with goals likely hard to come by, even against Panama.
What round will Ghana reach at FIFA World Cup 2026? Group Stage
