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Ghana is in the 48-team World Cup field. Group-stage opponents, dates, and host cities are listed below.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 22 Group L | Panama | Dallas AT&T Stadium | Jun 17 (Wed) |
| Match 46 Group L | England | Toronto Toronto Stadium | Jun 23 (Tue) |
| Match 68 Group L | Croatia | Philadelphia Philadelphia Stadium | Jun 27 (Sat) |
Ghana reaches the World Cup Quarter-finals but loses a dramatic penalty shootout to Uruguay after Luis Suárez controversially handles a goal-bound shot in the final minute of extra time.
In their first World Cup, Ghana defeats the USA 2-1 in the Round of 16 with a dramatic extra-time goal from Asamoah Gyan.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Won their first Africa Cup of Nations title. | championship |
| 1982 | Won their fourth Africa Cup of Nations title. | championship |
| 2006 | First World Cup appearance, reaching the Round of 16. | first appearance |
| 2010 | Reached the World Cup Quarter-finals, their best result, becoming Africa's third team to do so. | notable performance |
| 2014 | Failed to progress past the group stage, marred by a dispute over prize money. | disappointment |
Ghanaian fans are highly expressive, often incorporating traditional drumming, dancing, and the vibrant colours of the national flag (red, yellow, green, black star).
"Ghana! Ghana!"
Ghana National Supporters Union (GHANSU), Black Stars Fans Club
Loud, musical, and very passionate. The Black Stars are viewed as a symbol of national hope and African pride.
Ghana has won the Africa Cup of Nations four times, though the last victory was in 1982.
Asamoah Gyan holds the record for the most World Cup goals scored by an African player (6).
Ghana's 2010 Quarter-final run remains a defining moment for modern African football.
Ghana's group-stage host cities are Dallas, Toronto, Philadelphia. Use the city guides to compare stadium access, lodging areas, and matchday routes.
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