Ghana World Cup 2026 Squad — Players, Manager & Group

Inaki Williams — chose Ghana and could define his legacy at this World Cup

Inaki Williams chose Ghana over Spain and it could be the defining decision of his career. The Athletic Bilbao striker has never quite broken into the Spanish national team despite his quality and chose to represent his father's country instead. At 30 with the quality and experience he has built in La Liga he gives Ghana a genuine world class attacking threat.

Antoine Semenyo — Premier League breakthrough turned World Cup star

Antoine Semenyo joining from Bournemouth to Manchester City this season and then making the Ghana World Cup squad is a brilliant story. The 24-year-old had a breakthrough Premier League season and his pace, directness and finishing make him one of the most dangerous attackers in this Ghana squad alongside Williams.

Thomas Partey — midfield experience and quality Ghana desperately need

Thomas Partey of Villarreal gives Ghana midfield experience and quality that they desperately need. The former Arsenal midfielder knows what it takes to compete at the highest level and his ability to win the ball and drive forward will be crucial in a group that includes England and Croatia.

Group L is tough — Ghana targeting second place

Group L is tough. England are one of the favourites and will be expected to win the group. Croatia with Modric are always dangerous and well organised. Panama are competitive and physical. Ghana need to target second place at minimum and with the attacking quality of Williams and Semenyo they have the tools to achieve it.

Carlos Queiroz — five consecutive World Cups as a manager

Carlos Queiroz is one of the most experienced international managers in world football — this is his fifth consecutive World Cup as a head coach having led Portugal, Iran and Colombia previously. His experience of managing teams with limited resources against elite opposition is exactly what Ghana need.

The 2010 heartbreak and the chance to go further this time

Ghana have reached the quarterfinals before in 2010 and were agonisingly close to the semis before Suarez's infamous handball. This squad is different in character but has genuine quality and the right manager. They should be targeting a Round of 32 place at minimum.

Who is in Ghana's World Cup 2026 squad?

Full squad listed above including Inaki Williams, Antoine Semenyo and Thomas Partey.

Who is Ghana's manager at World Cup 2026?

Carlos Queiroz, in his fifth consecutive World Cup as a manager.

What group are Ghana in at World Cup 2026?

Group L with England, Croatia and Panama.

When do Ghana play their first World Cup game?

June 17 vs Panama at NRG Stadium, Houston.

Who is Ghana's best player at World Cup 2026?

Inaki Williams of Athletic Bilbao is the standout name.