Ghana 2026 World Cup Fixtures, Dates, Kick-off Time, Venues, Stadiums

When and Where Ghana will play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Black Stars Full match schedule, date, times, venues.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins in June and Ghana's opponents have finally been revealed. By securing its bid as CAF Group I winners, Ghana is back in the World Cup after last qualifying in 2022. Following the 2026 World Cup draw on Dec. 5, Ghana will begin its World Cup campaign in Group L.

Ghana's best result in the World Cup is a Quarter-finals (2010) finish and enters the 2026 tournament ranked No. 72 in the latest FIFA World Rankings. Group play begins for Ghana on June 17 against Panama in Toronto.

Ghana – 2026 World Cup Team Profile

Nation: Ghana (Africa)

World Cup Appearances: 5th

Recent Status: Perennial contender and continental power.

The Black Stars, one of Africa's most iconic football nations. Known for their athleticism, passionate play, and a knack for producing world-class talent. They bring a blend of experienced campaigners and a new generation of dynamic players, always carrying the hopes of a continent.

Players to Watch

Mohammed Kudus – Midfielder/Forward (West Ham United)
The team's new superstar and chief creator. His dribbling, vision, and goal-scoring from midfield make him the focal point of Ghana's attack.

Thomas Partey – Midfielder (Arsenal)
The experienced anchor. Provides vital defensive structure, ball recovery, and progression from deep when fit.

The clear goal is to advance from the group stage, which they narrowly missed in 2022. Reaching the quarter-finals—as they did in 2010—remains the historic benchmark they aim to reclaim. They are the definition of a unpredictable and exciting team.

Ghana 2026 World Cup opponents

Ghana was drawn into Group L along with the following teams:

England

Croatia

Panama

Ghana 2026 World Cup locations

Ghana will play their three group stage games in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia. Limited tickets for each match are available.

How many times has Ghana qualified for the World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup will be Ghana's 5th appearance in the sport's biggest tournament. 

Ghana 2026 World Cup Fixtures, match dates, kick-off times and venues

Ghana (Group L)

June 17: Ghana vs Panama – BMO Field, Toronto – 7pm ET / 6pm CT / 5pm MT / 4pm PT

June 23: England vs Ghana – Gillette Stadium, Boston – 4pm ET / 3pm CT / 2pm MT / 1pm PT

June 27: Croatia vs Ghana – Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia – 5pm ET / 4pm CT / 3pm MT / 2pm PT

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