England is set to face Ghana in a crucial World Cup 2026 fixture, with Harry Kane spearheading England’s offense. The match, scheduled for 9:00 PM UK time (10:00 PM CEST) in Boston, will determine the leader of World Cup Group L.
Both teams enter this encounter with victories in their opening games. England secured a hard-fought 4-2 win against Croatia, while Ghana narrowly defeated Panama 1-0. This game is pivotal for securing an early qualification spot for the next phase of the tournament.
England’s coach, Thomas Tuchel, has made a few adjustments to the starting lineup following their previous match. Marc Guehi replaces John Stones in defense, and Djed Spence is preferred over Nico O’Reilly. Harry Kane, who scored twice against Croatia, will once again lead the attack, supported by Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham, and Anthony Gordon, as Bukayo Saka is not at full fitness.
Ghana’s starting eleven sees Jordan Ayew leading the line, with support from Antoine Semenyo. However, Atalanta’s forward Kamaldeen Sulemana will begin the match on the bench. Goalkeeper Benjamin Asare steps in for the injured Lawrence Ati Zigi. A significant addition to Ghana’s lineup is Thomas Partey, who missed the previous game due to legal issues.
England vs. Ghana Line-ups
England: Pickford; James, Konsa, Guehi, Spence; Anderson, Rice; Madueke, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane
Ghana: Asare; Senaya, Adjetey, Opoku, Mensah; Yirenkyi, Partey; Inaki Williams, Sibo, Semenyo; Ayew
