Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has officially announced his final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting the stage for the Black Stars’ campaign in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
The squad was selected after months of scouting, analysis and assessment of players eligible to represent the country at football’s biggest tournament.
The announcement includes a blend of experienced internationals and exciting newcomers who will be making their World Cup debuts.
In goal, Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Joseph Anang have earned places in the final squad, while Solomon Agbesi joins the team as an additional member.
The defensive department sees the inclusion of Cyprus-based defender Derrick Luckassen, who replaces Alexander Djiku. Djiku has been ruled out of the tournament after suffering a hamstring injury expected to keep him sidelined for at least six weeks.
Several experienced players return for another appearance on the global stage. Captain Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey, Baba Abdul Rahman, Gideon Mensah, Alidu Seidu, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Kamaldeen Sulemana, Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams are among those selected after previously featuring at the World Cup.
The squad also provides opportunities for a number of players to experience the tournament for the first time. 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 have all secured places in the squad and will be hoping to make an impact on football’s biggest stage.
Before heading to North America, Ghana will play a friendly match against Wales in Cardiff on June 2 as part of preparations for the tournament. The team will then travel to Washington to continue its training programme ahead of the competition, which begins on June 11.
The Black Stars will open their Group L campaign against Panama on June 17 before taking on England and Croatia in what promises to be a challenging group.
Ghanaians will be hoping the squad can produce a strong performance and make a deep run in the tournament.
