Ghana
FIFA World Cup 2026 Team Profile
Otto Addo
Head Coach
4-2-3-1
Formation
0
Titles
4
Appearances
Overview
Ghana return to the World Cup after missing 2018, with a young, exciting squad aiming to match the 2010 quarter-final run. The Black Stars have been one of the most talented African sides in recent years.
Road to World Cup 2026
Ghana advanced through the CAF playoffs, beating several rivals in two-legged ties.
Qualification: Tournament qualification
Key Players to Watch
- Mohammed Kudus
- Thomas Partey
- Inaki Williams
- Antoine Semenyo
Strengths
Individual quality, work rate, and a settled spine. Mohammed Kudus is one of the most exciting young players in the world.
Weaknesses
Defensive depth and lack of tournament experience. The team can be vulnerable to compact defensive blocks.
World Cup 2026 Chances
Reaching the round of 32 is the target. A knockout-round appearance would be a major result.
Historical World Cup Performance
Three prior appearances, with a quarter-final run in 2010 as the high point. The 2014 group-stage exit to the United States was a major disappointment.
Best result: Quarter-finals (2010)
Last World Cup: Group stage (2022)
Match Schedule
Ghana vs Panama
England vs Ghana
Croatia vs Ghana