5
WC Appearances
including 2026
Quarterfinal
Best Result
all-time
None
Titles
yet to win
#32
FIFA Ranking
April 2026 (approx.)
About Ghana
Ghana, the only African nation to reach a World Cup quarter-final this millennium (South Africa 2010), arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a renewed sense of purpose under the returning Otto Addo. The Black Stars have a proud World Cup tradition and a talented squad - Arsenal's Thomas Partey brings Premier League class in midfield, while the mercurial Mohammed Kudus and the electric Kamaldeen Sulemana provide attacking flair. Group L against England, Croatia, and Panama is a balanced draw where Ghana can realistically challenge for a knockout place. West Africa's most successful World Cup nation, Ghana carry the hopes of the continent alongside Morocco and Senegal.
Team Base Camp
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Base camp
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Black Stars base at Bryant University in Rhode Island, just outside Providence. New England campus setting and proximity to Boston gives them quick access to Gillette Stadium for Group L fixtures.
Per FIFA regulations (ยง18.3), Ghana stays at this base camp for the entire group stage and travels to each match venue one day before kickoff (and returns the same night or the next day).
Distance to each group-stage match
Straight-line distance from Smithfield to each match stadium. Actual travel adds airport time on flights.
Key Players
Lawrence Ati-Zigi
Gideon Mensah
Thomas Partey
Christopher Bonsu Baah
Brandon Thomas-Asante
Head Coach
Otto Addo
2026 Group
Group L
Ghana at the 2026 World Cup
All times shown are local to the stadium
World Cup History
| Year | Stage Reached | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Group Stage | |
| 2014 | Group Stage | |
| 2010 | Quarterfinal | |
| 2006 | Round of 16 |
5 appearances total ยท Includes all World Cups as Ghana
Ghana World Cup 2026 FAQ
What group is Ghana in for the 2026 World Cup?+
Ghana is in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside England, Croatia, Panama.
Who is the manager of Ghana at the 2026 World Cup?+
Otto Addo manages Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What is Ghana's FIFA ranking?+
Ghana is ranked #32 in the FIFA World Rankings heading into the 2026 World Cup.
How many World Cups has Ghana played in?+
Ghana has appeared in 5 FIFA World Cups including 2026. Their best result is Quarterfinal.
When does Ghana play in the 2026 World Cup?+
Ghana's 2026 World Cup group stage matches: June 17 vs Panama; June 23 vs England; June 27 vs Croatia. Knockout matches are determined by group stage results.
Who are Ghana's key players for the 2026 World Cup?+
Key players to watch for Ghana include Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Gideon Mensah, Thomas Partey, Christopher Bonsu Baah, Brandon Thomas-Asante.
Where is Ghana's base camp for the 2026 World Cup?+
Ghana will be based in Smithfield, Rhode Island (USA), training at Bryant University. Per FIFA regulations, the team stays at this base camp throughout the group stage and travels to match venues one day before each game.