2026 World Cup: Ghana drawn into challenging Group L  with England, Croatia and Panama 

Ghana has been placed alongside England, Croatia and Panama in Group L following the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting the stage for a demanding group campaign for the Black Stars.

The draw places Ghana against two European heavyweights with deep tournament experience and a Panama side determined to make an impact.

England, consistently among the favourites at recent major competitions, enter the tournament with a squad rich in depth and talent.

Croatia, renowned for their technical precision and resilience, remain one of the most consistent performers on the global stage, having reached the latter rounds in multiple World Cups.

For Ghana, the draw brings both opportunity and significant challenge.

The Black Stars have long been known for combining athleticism, flair and a competitive mentality, characteristics that have propelled them to memorable World Cup moments in the past.

This group, however, demands both consistency and tactical discipline, qualities the team will need to demonstrate from the opening whistle.

Panama completes the quartet, offering a different kind of test.

The Central American nation has become a familiar presence at major tournaments and often adopts a spirited, physical approach that can unsettle more established sides.

Their inclusion ensures that the group will require Ghana to navigate varied styles of play across their three matches.

With the expanded World Cup format increasing the stakes and creating new pathways to the knockout stages, every point in Group L will carry significant weight.

Teams will face heightened pressure to perform immediately, as slow starts could be costly in a tightly balanced section.

For Ghana’s players and technical team, the coming months will be focused on fine-tuning preparations, analysing opponents and strengthening their competitive identity ahead of one of the most demanding tournaments in world football.

The Black Stars’ supporters, known for their unwavering passion, will hope the team can rise to the occasion and deliver performances worthy of their reputation on the global stage.