Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Editors | Last Updated On: June 05, 2026
Ghana In 2010, Ghana came within a handball and a missed penalty of becoming the first African nation to reach a World Cup semi-final. Luis Suarez. The crossbar. The tears. A moment that still haunts a continent. The Black Stars haven't forgotten. And this time, they're coming back to finish what they started.
Ghana will return to the FIFA World Cup 2026 looking to make another deep run in football's biggest tournament.
The Black Stars have qualified for five FIFA World Cups and remain one of Africa's most successful national teams. Ghana's best World Cup performance came in 2010 when they reached the quarter-finals, matching the best-ever finish by an African nation.
Led by Jordan Ayew and featuring talented players such as Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey and Antoine Semenyo, Ghana will face Croatia, Egypt and Panama in Group F. Here is everything you need to know about Ghana, including the squad, fixtures, results, records and FIFA World Cup statistics.
FIFA World Cup Ghana Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Ghana |
| Football Association | Ghana Football Association (GFA) |
| Confederation | Confederation of African Football (CAF) |
| Nickname | The Black Stars |
| Head Coach | Otto Addo |
| Captain | Jordan Ayew |
| FIFA Ranking | 76 (June 2026) |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2006 |
| FIFA World Cup Appearances | 5 (2006, 2010, 2014, 2022, 2026) |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Quarter-finals (2010) |
| World Cup Titles | 0 |
| Africa Cup of Nations Titles | 4 (1963, 1965, 1978, 1982) |
| Total World Cup Matches Played | 15 |
| Total Wins | 5 |
| Total Draws | 3 |
| Total Losses | 7 |
| Goals Scored | 18 |
| Goals Conceded | 23 |
| Most World Cup Appearances | Asamoah Gyan (11 matches) |
| Top World Cup Goalscorer | Asamoah Gyan (6 goals) |
| FIFA World Cup 2026 Group | Group F |
| Group Opponents | Croatia, Egypt, Panama |
Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Manager: Carlos Queiroz
Captain: Jordan Ayew
Goalkeepers: Benjamin Asare (Accra Hearts of Oak), Lawrence Ati-Zigi (St. Gallen), Joseph Anang (St. Patrick's Athletic).
Defenders: Baba Abdul Rahman (PAOK), Derrick Luckassen (Pafos), Gideon Mensah (Auxerre), Marvin Senaya (Auxerre), Alidu Seidu (Rennes), Abdul Mumin (Rayo Vallecano), Jerome Opoku (Istanbul Basaksehir), Jonas Adjetey (VfL Wolfsburg), Kojo Oppong Peprah (OGC Nice).
Midfielders: Thomas Partey (Villarreal), Kamaldeen Sulemana (Atalanta BC), Kwasi Sibo (Real Oviedo), Augustine Boakye (Saint-Etienne), Caleb Yirenkyi (FC Nordsjaelland), Abdul Fatawu Issahaku (Leicester City), Elisha Owusu (Auxerre).
Forwards: Christopher Bonsu Baah (Al Qadsiah), Ernest Nuamah (Lyon), Antoine Semenyo (Manchester City), Brandon Thomas-Asante (Coventry City), Prince Kwabena Adu (Viktoria Plzen), Inaki Williams (Athletic Club), Jordan Ayew (Leicester City).
Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Time (Local) | Match | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | Wed, June 17 | 19:00 EDT | Ghana vs Panama | BMO Field | Toronto |
| 45 | Tue, June 23 | 16:00 EDT | England vs Ghana | Boston Stadium (Gillette) | Boston |
| 72 | Sat, June 27 | 17:00 EDT | Croatia vs Ghana | Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field) | Philadelphia |
Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has not started yet and Ghana's official tournament results will be updated after each match.
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 June 2026 | Ghana vs Panama | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | BMO Field, Toronto | Group Stage |
| 23 June 2026 | England vs Ghana | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | Boston Stadium (Gillette), Boston | Group Stage |
| 27 June 2026 | Croatia vs Ghana | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field), Philadelphia | Group Stage |
Ghana FIFA World Cup Best Performances
| Year | Host Country | Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Germany | Round of 16 |
| 2010 | South Africa | Quarter-finals |
| 2014 | Brazil | Group Stage |
| 2022 | Qatar | Group Stage |
| 2026 | Canada, Mexico, United States | Qualified |
Ghana All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 15 |
| Wins | 5 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Losses | 7 |
| Goals Scored | 18 |
| Goals Conceded | 23 |
| Clean Sheets | 4 |
| Round of 16 Appearances | 1 |
| Quarter-final Appearances | 1 |
| Semi-final Appearances | 0 |
| Final Appearances | 0 |
Ghana Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asamoah Gyan | 11 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 2 | Andre Ayew | 10 | 3 | 2010-2022 |
| 3 | Jordan Ayew | 9 | 2 | 2014-2022 |
| 4 | John Mensah | 9 | 2 | 2006-2010 |
| 5 | Sulley Muntari | 9 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 6 | Kwadwo Asamoah | 8 | 2 | 2010-2014 |
| 7 | Richard Kingson | 8 | 2 | 2006-2010 |
| 8 | Michael Essien | 7 | 2 | 2006-2014 |
| 9 | John Paintsil | 7 | 2 | 2006-2010 |
| 10 | Stephen Appiah | 7 | 2 | 2006-2010 |
Ghana Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asamoah Gyan | 6 | 11 | 2006-2014 |
| 2 | Andre Ayew | 2 | 10 | 2010-2022 |
| 3 | Jordan Ayew | 2 | 9 | 2014-2022 |
| 4 | Sulley Muntari | 2 | 9 | 2006-2014 |
| 5 | Kevin-Prince Boateng | 2 | 6 | 2010-2014 |
| 6 | Michael Essien | 1 | 7 | 2006-2014 |
| 7 | John Mensah | 1 | 9 | 2006-2010 |
| 8 | Mohammed Salisu | 1 | 3 | 2022 |
| 9 | Osman Bukari | 1 | 3 | 2022 |
| 10 | Mubarak Wakaso | 1 | 3 | 2014 |