England vs Ghana| FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group Stage | Preview and Predictions

World Cup contenders England will look to ensure qualification with a win against African opponents Ghana on 24th June at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough, USA.

For the game, here we present our preview and prediction.

FIFA WC26 | Group L: ENG vs GHA | 01:30 IST, June 24, 2026

England showcased their quality with a top notch display against Croatia in their first group stage game, winning 4-2 to bag three important points. Although it was a battle in the first half as Croatia came back twice to equalise, England asserted their dominance  in the second half to blow them away. England striker Harry Kane was yet again in the thick of things with a brace, Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford were also on the scoresheet for England. Martin Baturina and Petar Musa were the scorers for Croatia. 

England coach Thomas Tuchel made some smart substitutions in the second half which helped his team to play aggressive football rather than holding them back. Croatia did apply some late pressure but England saw it through, gaining three massive points and starting their campaign in impressive fashion. 

As for their opponents, Ghana too opened their World Cup account with a narrow win against Panama with the goal coming late in stoppage-time. Panama had done all the hard work and were looking set to gain their first point at the World Cup before Caleb Yirenkyi stepped up in the dying stages of the game to give his side a massive three points. Ghana didn’t have a majority of the possession as Panama controlled the game and had a chance to score late on but the Black Stars launched a lightening quick counter-attack with Yirenkyi tapping home to spark wild celebrations amongst the Ghana players and the supporters. 

Ghana has Lawrence Ati Zigi doubtful for this game due to physical discomfort while England has a fully fit squad.

England has too much quality for Ghana and will be the overwhelming favourites going into this contest. With Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Nico O’Reilly, Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka in their side, they have match-winners all over the pitch. As for Ghana, Antoine Semenyo and Jordan Ayew will be key to their attack as they can trouble the English defenders. However, England is simply too strong for the Ghanaians and they will win this one comfortably to secure the Round of 32 qualification. 

Score Prediction: England 2-0 Ghana 

Venue: Boston Stadium, Foxborough, USA