Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has named his final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following months of scouting, analysis, and assessment of players eligible to represent Ghana at the global showpiece in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
The squad blends experienced campaigners with emerging talents as Ghana prepares for its fifth FIFA World Cup appearance.
In goal, Queiroz has selected Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, and Joseph Anang, with Solomon Agbesi included as an additional squad member.
The defensive unit sees the inclusion of Cyprus-based defender Derrick Luckassen, who replaces Alexander Djiku after the Fenerbahçe defender suffered a hamstring injury that is expected to sideline him for at least six weeks.
Several experienced internationals retained their places in the squad, including Gideon Mensah, Baba Abdul Rahma who is returning to the squad after a three-year absence, Thomas Partey, Alidu Seidu, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Kamaldeen Sulemana, Antoine Semenyo, Iñaki Williams, and captain Jordan Ayew, all of whom are set for another FIFA World Cup appearance.
The tournament will also mark a first World Cup experience for a number of players, including 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.
As part of their preparations, the Black Stars will face Wales in an international friendly in Cardiff on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, before travelling to Washington, D.C., to continue their build-up to the tournament, which begins on June 11, 2026.
Ghana will begin its World Cup campaign against Panama on June 17 before taking on England and Croatia in the remaining Group L fixtures.
Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Squad
Goalkeepers
Benjamin Asare
Lawrence Ati-Zigi
Joseph Anang
Defenders
Baba Abdul Rahman
Gideon Mensah
Marvin Senaya
Alidu Seidu
Abdul Mumin
Jerome Opoku
Jonas Adjetey
Kojo Oppong Peprah
Derrick Luckassen
Midfielders
Elisha Owusu
Thomas Partey
Kwasi Sibo
Augustine Boakye
Caleb Yirenkyi
Abdul Fatawu Issahaku
Kamaldeen Sulemana
Forwards
Christopher Bonsu Baah
Ernest Nuamah
Antoine Semenyo
Brandon Thomas-Asante
Prince Kwabena Adu
Iñaki Williams
Jordan Ayew
The announcement signals the beginning of Ghana’s final preparations as the Black Stars seek to make a strong impression on football’s biggest stage.
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Story by Erica Odeenyin Odoom | univers.ug.edu.gh
