FIFA World Cup 2026
England vs Ghana is a Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match takes place at Boston Stadium on Tuesday 23 June and starts at 22:00 Netherlands time.
Match overview
England vs Ghana is the second group-stage match for both teams in Group L. After the opening fixtures, this match could become important for qualification momentum, group position and pressure before the final group game.
England enter the tournament as one of Europe’s strongest sides, with World Cup history and high expectations. Ghana bring strong African football pedigree and a World Cup record that includes a memorable quarter-final run in 2010.
Group L
England are one of the biggest names in international football and won the men’s World Cup in 1966. They will expect to compete strongly for progression from Group L.
Ghana have appeared at several men’s World Cups and reached the quarter-finals in 2010. The Black Stars remain one of Africa’s most recognisable tournament teams.
Group L also includes Croatia and Panama. With the expanded World Cup format, every point can matter for direct progression or possible third-place qualification.
Why this match matters
Second group matches often shape the rest of a tournament. A win can move a team close to qualification, while dropped points can make the final group match much more complicated.
England will likely be expected to control possession, manage the tempo and create chances through attacking quality. Ghana’s challenge is to stay compact, compete physically and use transitions or set pieces to make the match uncomfortable.
Lineups and team news
The official starting lineups for England vs Ghana will only be confirmed closer to kickoff. Any predicted lineups, injuries or tactical previews should be checked again on match day before being used.
For now, the stable information is the fixture itself: England vs Ghana, Group L, Tuesday 23 June, 22:00 Netherlands time.
Previous meetings
England and Ghana have met once before at senior international level. That match was a 1–1 friendly draw at Wembley in 2011.
England carry major tournament expectations and will see this match as an important step in managing Group L.
Ghana’s strongest World Cup campaign came in 2010, when they reached the quarter-finals and came very close to becoming Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalist.
What to watch
England will likely look to control the rhythm, use possession well and create chances through movement, crossing, set pieces and attacking quality.
Ghana may try to make the match more direct and physical, using pace, duels and counter-attacking moments to unsettle England. If the score stays close, pressure can build quickly.
Watch at Sherlock Pub
Sherlock Pub will show England vs Ghana live in The Hague. For groups, reserving ahead is recommended.