2026 FIFA World Cup: Black Stars squad announcement set for June 1 ahead of Mundial

The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has confirmed that head coach Otto Addo will announce his final Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 1, 2026.

Speaking on Asempa FM, Asante Twum explained that FIFA has mandated all qualified teams to release their provisional squads on May 11, with final lists submitted by midnight on June 1.

“Every Ghanaian player with a strong performance is closely monitored by the technical team, and regardless of where they play, they will be given a call-up,” Asante Twum emphasized.

Ghana’s Group I Fixtures

The Black Stars have been drawn in Group I alongside Panama, England, and Croatia for the tournament, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico:

• June 17 – vs Panama (Toronto, Canada)


• June 23 – vs England (Boston, USA)


• June 27 – vs Croatia (Philadelphia, USA)

• Appearances: This will be Ghana’s fifth World Cup, following 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2022.


• Best Run: The unforgettable quarter-final finish in South Africa (2010), where Ghana became only the third African nation to reach that stage.

Significance

• The squad announcement will be a major talking point for fans and analysts, with Otto Addo expected to balance Europe-based stars and local performers.


• Ghana’s opener against Panama offers a chance to build momentum before facing heavyweights England and Croatia.


• With history and pride at stake, the Black Stars will aim to replicate or surpass their 2010 heroics.