2026 FIFA World Cup: Mohammed Kudus relishes Ghana-England showdown at Mundial

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Mohammed Kudus says he is eagerly anticipating Ghana’s clash with England at the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Black Stars are ready for the challenge.

Group L Fixtures

• 17 June – Ghana vs Panama (Toronto)


• 23 June – Ghana vs England (Boston)


• 27 June – Ghana vs Croatia (Philadelphia)

Speaking after the draw in Washington, Kudus emphasized Ghana’s determination:

“Just qualifying for the World Cup is already a big statement from us. And it’s good that we face England in the group. It will be an exciting match. I’m looking forward to it. We fully understand the team we’ll be up against and their quality, and we will be ready for it.”

Tournament Context

• The 2026 World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.


• The expanded 48-team format grants Africa a record nine automatic slots, boosting continental representation.


• Ghana will be making their fifth World Cup appearance, having previously featured in 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2022.


• Their best run came in 2010, when they reached the quarterfinals, narrowly missing out on becoming the first African team to reach the semi-finals.

With Kudus set for his second World Cup appearance, the Black Stars will look to blend youthful energy and experience to overcome a group featuring two European heavyweights and a spirited Panama side. The England clash in Boston is already shaping up as one of the standout fixtures of the group stage.

Kudus’ words reflect both excitement and readiness, setting the tone for Ghana’s campaign as they aim to recapture the spirit of 2010 and make a deep run in North America.