Former Ghana winger Laryea Kingston has expressed his excitement at the prospect of the Black Stars facing England in the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Group L Fixtures


  • 17 June – Ghana vs Panama (Toronto)

  • 23 June – Ghana vs England (Boston)

  • 27 June – Ghana vs Croatia (Philadelphia)
Kingston’s Reaction

Speaking after the draw in Washington, Kingston highlighted the special connection between Ghana and England:

“It was exciting seeing Ghana paired in same group with England. We all know England is the second home for Ghanaians. We use to play our friendly games there. Our game against England will be exciting.”

Tournament Context


  • 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 a historic semi-final berth.

  • The 2026 edition, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, introduces an expanded 48-team format, with Africa earning a record nine automatic slots.

Significance of the England Clash


  • England, perennial contenders, bring depth and pedigree to the group.

  • For Ghana, the Boston fixture carries symbolic weight, given the large Ghanaian community in the UK and the team’s history of playing friendlies there.

  • The match is already shaping up as one of the standout encounters of the group stage.

Kingston’s words capture the anticipation and cultural resonance of Ghana’s meeting with England, a fixture that blends footballing rivalry with shared history and diaspora pride.