Ghana's 2026 World Cup squad: Iñaki Williams and Jordan Ayew lead the charge, Kudus ruled out

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Ghana calls up 28 players for the 2026 World Cup led by Iñaki Williams (Athletic) and Jordan Ayew as captain, seeking to restore Black Stars prestige
Mohammed Kudus, the team's star, misses the tournament due to injury, representing a significant blow to coach Carlos Queiroz's project
The squad includes LaLiga players such as Thomas Partey (Villarreal), Abdul Mumin (Rayo Vallecano) and Kwasi Sibo (Real Oviedo), reflecting Ghanaian presence in Spanish football

Ghana returns with ambition to Group L (the one with England and Croatia). A quick and physically impressive generation looking to reclaim the prestige of the great Black Stars.

⚠️ Provisional squad of 28 players; will be cut down to 26 before their debut. Mohammed Kudus, already ruled out through injury, won't be at the World Cup.

🌟 For the Spanish fan, this squad is a goldmine: Iñaki Williams (Athletic Club) is the emotional leader, Thomas Partey (Villarreal) runs the midfield, and there are two LaLiga Hypermotion players mixed into the blend.

🇪🇸 A bonus Asturian nod: midfielder Kwasi Sibo plays for Real Oviedo. You know who to keep an eye on in the derby 👀.

❌ The blow: Mohammed Kudus, their star man, misses the World Cup through injury. A massive setback for Queiroz.

⭐ Jordan Ayew (captain) brings the armband and experience. The Black Stars want to inspire again after years of ups and downs, with a swift and potent group of players.

📋 Full squad · Manager: Carlos Queiroz

🧤 Goalkeepers

Benjamin Asare (Hearts of Oak), Lawrence Ati-Zigi (St. Gallen), Joseph Anang (St Patrick's), Salomon Agbasi (Hearts of Oak), Paul Reverson (Ajax)

🛡️ Defenders

Baba Abdul Rahman (PAOK), Gideon Mensah (Auxerre), Marvin Senaya (Auxerre), Alidu Seidu (Rennes), Abdul Mumin (Rayo Vallecano), Jerome Opoku (Başakşehir), Jonas Adjetey (Wolfsburg), Kojo Oppong Preprah (Nice), Alexander Djiku (Spartak Moscú)

⚙️ Midfielders

Elisha Owusu (Auxerre), Thomas Partey (Villarreal), Kwasi Sibo (Real Oviedo), Augustine Boakye (Saint-Étienne), Caleb Yirenkyi (Nordsjælland), Abdul Fatawu Issahaku (Leicester), Kamal Deen Sulemana (Atalanta)

⚽ Forwards

Christopher Bonsu Baah (Al-Qadsiah), Ernest Nuamah (Lyon), Antoine Semenyo (Manchester City), Brandon Thomas-Asante (Coventry), Prince Kwabena Adu (Viktoria Plzeň), Iñaki Williams (Athletic Club), Jordan Ayew (Leicester, captain)

🏆 Group L

⚽ Opponents: England, Croatia and Panama

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ghana's manager for the 2026 World Cup?

Carlos Queiroz is Ghana's manager for the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Ghana in at the 2026 World Cup?

Ghana is in Group L at the 2026 World Cup, alongside England, Croatia and Panama.

How many players does Ghana call up for the 2026 World Cup?

Ghana presents a squad of 26 players for the 2026 World Cup, according to the FIFA format established for the tournament.

Where does Ghana play its matches at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup is held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Ghana plays in Group L against England, Croatia and Panama.

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