Ghana take on England in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L fixture at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts on Tuesday 23 June 2026. The Three Lions face the Black Stars in a marquee group-stage tie packed with Premier League familiarity.
What is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the 23rd edition of the tournament and the first to be hosted by three nations: the United States, Canada and Mexico. The competition runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026, features 48 teams for the first time, and is spread across 104 matches in 16 host cities.
Group L is one of several pools where fine margins may decide progression. The top two in each group plus the eight best third-placed sides reach a new Round of 32. For England, anything less than a deep run would be viewed as underachievement. For Ghana, reaching the knockouts would mark a return to the heights of 2010.
When is Ghana vs England?
Ghana vs England kicks off at 4pm ET (9pm BST) on Tuesday 23 June 2026. The match falls on matchday two in Group L and is expected to be one of the most-watched fixtures of the day.
Where is Ghana vs England being played?
The match takes place at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, home of the NFL’s New England Patriots. The stadium, located between Boston and Providence, has a capacity of around 65,000 and is one of 11 US venues selected for the tournament. It will also host further group-stage and knockout matches.
Key Contenders
England, under head coach Thomas Tuchel, are rebuilding after years of near misses under Gareth Southgate. Harry Kane remains the captain and talisman, with Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Cole Palmer forming a golden generation of attacking talent. The Three Lions reached the final of Euro 2024 and remain among the favourites for the World Cup.
Ghana are led by head coach Otto Addo and are built around a squad with heavy Premier League representation. Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey, Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams lead the Black Stars attacking threat, with Daniel Amartey organising the back line. Ghana most famously reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 2010 and will target a similar deep run.
How to Watch
UK viewers can watch live on BBC or ITV, with streaming available on BBC iPlayer and ITVX. In the United States, FOX holds English-language rights with Telemundo providing Spanish-language coverage. SuperSport covers sub-Saharan Africa, Ghana’s home market, while FIFA+ offers highlights worldwide.
History and Head-to-Head
England and Ghana have met twice before, both in friendly internationals. The sides played out a 1-1 draw at Wembley in 2011 and a 0-0 friendly at Wembley in 2022. This is their first-ever competitive meeting and the first time the nations have faced off at a FIFA World Cup. England’s World Cup pedigree includes their 1966 title and semi-final runs in 1990 and 2018.
Tickets and Attendance
All tickets for 2026 World Cup matches are sold exclusively via FIFA’s official ticketing portal at FIFA.com. England matches have been heavily oversubscribed, with hospitality packages available through FIFA’s appointed partner. Fans should avoid unauthorised resale platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Ghana vs England start?
The match kicks off at 4pm ET (9pm BST) on Tuesday 23 June 2026.
Where is Ghana vs England being held?
At Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, United States.
How can I watch Ghana vs England?
BBC or ITV in the UK, FOX and Telemundo in the US, SuperSport in Africa, and FIFA+ worldwide.
When did England last win the World Cup?
England won their only FIFA World Cup in 1966, beating West Germany 4-2 at Wembley.