Black Stars have touched down safely in the United States, ready to intensify their quest for World Cup glory as preparations for 2026 gather pace.
After wrapping up a demanding training camp and a flurry of activities in Wales, Ghana’s senior national team left Cardiff on Wednesday, June 3. Now settled in Providence, Rhode Island, the squad and their technical team are poised to embark on the next chapter of their World Cup journey.
Head coach Carlos Queiroz traveled with the final 26-man squad, which was officially announced on June 1 after the conclusion of the team’s European training camp.
The Black Stars completed a crucial stage of their preparations on June 2 with a friendly match against Wales at Cardiff City Stadium. Caleb Yirenkyi opened the scoring for Ghana in the second half, but a late goal from Lewis Koumas ensured the match ended in a 1-1 draw.
With the Cardiff camp behind them, the team now sharpens its tactics, forges stronger bonds, and makes those crucial last tweaks before the tournament spotlight shines.
Ghana will test its mettle against Jamaica in an international friendly on June 10, a final dress rehearsal before the World Cup curtain rises.
The Black Stars, who are set to make their fifth appearance at the FIFA World Cup, have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia. They will open their campaign against Panama on June 17 before taking on England on June 23 and Croatia on June 27.
The four-time African champions are eager to break new ground and surpass the group stage, aiming to recapture the magic of their unforgettable 2010 quarter-final run in South Africa.
