Group L · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇬🇭 Ghana at World Cup 2026
Ghana enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group L alongside England, Croatia, Panama. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group L
Confederation
CAF
World Cups
4
Best result
Quarterfinals (2010)
Host nation
No
Ghana group-stage fixtures
Ghana plays three group-stage matches in Group L. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Jun 17 | 19:00 ET | 🇬🇭 Ghana vs 🇵🇦 Panama | Group L | BMO Field, Toronto |
| 45 | Jun 23 | 16:00 ET | 🏴 England vs 🇬🇭 Ghana | Group L | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| 68 | Jun 27 | 17:00 ET | 🇭🇷 Croatia vs 🇬🇭 Ghana | Group L | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
Group L opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Ghana at the 2026 World Cup
Ghana estuvo a un penalti de convertirse en la primera selección africana en las semifinales del mundo en 2010, en un partido épico contra Uruguay. Las "Estrellas Negras" son referencia del fútbol africano y buscan recuperar ese nivel en 2026.
In 2026, Ghana faces England, Croatia, Panama in the group stage. The top two teams in Group L qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Ghana post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Ghana qualify from Group L?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group L
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group L with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group L
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Ghana in at the 2026 World Cup?
Ghana is in Group L with England, Croatia, Panama.
When does Ghana play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Ghana opens the group stage on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 19:00 ET at bmo.
How can Ghana qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group L advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Ghana can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Ghana appeared in?
Ghana has appeared in 4 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Quarterfinals (2010).
What is Ghana's best World Cup result?
Ghana's best result is Quarterfinals (2010).
Is Ghana a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Ghana qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Ghana play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Ghana plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group L opponents: England, Croatia, Panama. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.