Ghana's World Cup Dream Takes Shape: Queiroz Reveals 2026 Squad
Coach Carlos Queiroz has announced Ghana's Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring a mix of seasoned players and new debutants. The team will prepare in Washington before opening their Group L campaign against Panama, England, and Croatia. Derrick Luckassen joins the squad replacing an injured Alexander Djiku.Black Stars Coach, Carlos Queiroz, has officially announced the squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. This selection follows extensive analysis, detailed observations, and thorough research on all eligible players to represent Ghana at the prestigious summer Mundial, which will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States of America.
The goalkeeping contingent for the tournament includes Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, and Joseph Anang, with Solomon Agbesi joining as an additional squad member, providing depth between the posts.
In defense, the squad features Baba Abdul Rahman, Gideon Mensah, Marvin Senaya, Alidu Seidu, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, and Kojo Oppong Peprah. Notably, Cyprus-based defender Derrick Luckassen has been called up to replace Alexander Djiku, who has unfortunately been ruled out due to a hamstring injury expected to keep him sidelined for at least six weeks.
The midfield will be anchored by Elisha Owusu, Thomas Partey, Kwasi Sibo, Augustine Boakye, Caleb Yirenkyi, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, and Kamal Deen Sulemana. These players are tasked with controlling the tempo and orchestrating attacks for the team.
Ghana's attacking options are strong, featuring Christopher Bonsu Baah, Ernest Nuamah, Antoine Semenyo, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Prince Kwabena Adu, Iñaki Williams, and Jordan Ayew. This forward line aims to provide the necessary firepower in front of goal.
Several players are set to make their World Cup debuts, including Jerome Opoku, Kojo Oppong Peprah, Abdul Mumin, Benjamin Asare, Joseph Anang, Kwasi Sibo, Augustine Boakye, Caleb Yirenkyi, Christopher Bonsu Baah, Ernest Nuamah, Brandon Thomas-Asante, and Prince Kwabena Adu, signaling a blend of experience and fresh talent in the squad.
The Black Stars are scheduled to travel to Washington to finalize their preparations for the World Cup, which officially kicks off on June 11, 2026. Ghana will commence their campaign on June 17, 2026, facing Panama. Following this opening fixture, they will compete against formidable opponents England and Croatia in their subsequent Group L matches.