Get our England vs Ghana prediction, lineups, and betting tips for Tuesday's match. Discover the best odds and bet builder picks for this World Cup clash.
England vs Ghana Match Summary
Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
Match Date | Tuesday 23 June 2026 |
Match Time | 21:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Boston Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | BBC 1, RTE 2 |
England meet Ghana under the lights at Boston Stadium, two sides with three points apiece and a knockout berth on the line in this World Cup 2026 fixture.
The Three Lions arrived in fine fettle, having torn into Croatia with a 4-2 win on Matchday 1, with Harry Kane on the scoresheet and the hosts top of the group.
Ghana dug deep against Panama, nicking a 1-0 win through a stoppage-time strike. Stubborn and direct, the Black Stars showed they can grind out results when it matters.
The only previous meeting was a 1-1 draw at Wembley back in 2011. Win here and either side seals a place in the knockout rounds with a game to spare.
England vs Ghana Form
England look the real deal going forward. The Croatia rout capped a run of ten straight wins, with the goals difference racking up nicely along the way. Kane led the line superbly, and with Bellingham pulling strings in the engine room, Thomas Tuchel's side carry genuine firepower into this one.
Ghana have been winning ugly, but winning all the same. They saw off Panama with a late goal despite barely seeing the ball, and have landed eight wins in their last ten outings. Captain Jordan Ayew and the lively Inaki Williams give them an edge on the counter, even when possession is scarce.
England vs Ghana Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
England: Marcus Rashford (Injured/doubtful), Bukayo Saka (Injured/doubtful)
Ghana: No reported injuries or suspensions
England
Marcus Rashford has been struggling with hamstring tightness and is a doubt, while Bukayo Saka is dealing with fitness issues. With Saka in question, Noni Madueke is set to keep his place on the right, and Marc Guehi could come into the defence.
Ghana
Thomas Partey is back available after sitting out the opener against Panama and is likely to come straight back into the side. Brandon Thomas-Asante is pushing for a start following a bright cameo off the bench, which included the assist for the winner.
England vs Ghana Predicted Lineup
England
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Pickford; James, Konsa, Guéhi, O'Reilly; Anderson, Rice; Madueke, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane.
Ghana
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Asare; Seidu, Adjetey, Oppong, Mensah; Partey, Owusu; Fatawu, Ayew, Semenyo; Williams.
England vs Ghana Key Stats & Match Facts
England have won each of their last ten matches, a run that takes in the recent 4-2 victory over Croatia.
Ghana have landed eight wins from their last ten outings, including the 1-0 win over Panama.
The only previous meeting between these sides was a 1-1 draw at Wembley in 2011.
England held the edge in that 2011 fixture, mustering 22 shots to Ghana's 7.
England's expected output of 3.24 goals points to a lively, open contest.
England vs Ghana Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: England carry far too much quality for this Ghana side and look well placed to take control of proceedings. The numbers point to a comfortable home win with goals at both ends a possibility. We're going England to win 3-1.
Best Bets
England to win looks the obvious starting point, and 1/4 with AK Bets reflects just how strongly the hosts are fancied after ten straight victories.
For a bigger price, Both Teams To Score Yes appeals at 6/4 (Bet365), with England's open style and Ghana's late-goal habit both pointing that way.
England vs Ghana Bet Builder
Our four-leg bet builder backs England to win, Harry Kane to score anytime, Over 1.5 England goals and Kane to have over 2.5 shots, all leaning into the hosts' attacking edge.
England to win is the anchor. The hosts have come through each of their last ten matches and rattled in four against Croatia, and the numbers lean heavily in their favour here.
Harry Kane to score anytime needs little selling. The skipper bagged twice against Croatia and remains England's main man in front of goal.
Over 1.5 England goals fits a side that has scored freely throughout this winning run, with the front line firing against Croatia.
Harry Kane over 2.5 shots rounds it off. Kane is England's focal point in attack and rarely goes a game without testing the keeper.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 5/4 and is as short as Evens elsewhere. That's a difference in potential winnings of £3 from best to worst price.
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England vs Ghana Talking Points
This one is shaping up as England's clinical attack against Ghana's stubborn low block. The hosts blitzed Croatia with four goals, while the Black Stars kept a clean sheet against Panama despite barely seeing the ball. With both sides knowing a win seals knockout qualification, the midfield battle between Rice and Partey could decide who takes control. Kane, fresh off a double against Croatia, will fancy his chances of adding to his tally against a Ghana defence that will be camped deep for long spells.
England vs Ghana Predictions FAQs
When is the England vs Ghana World Cup 2026 match?
The England vs Ghana match is scheduled to kick off at 21:00 UK time on Tuesday 23 June 2026.
What is the prediction for England vs Ghana?
England enter this World Cup 2026 fixture as favourites, but Ghana will look to cause an upset in this highly anticipated group stage match.
Where can I watch England vs Ghana?
Broadcasting details for the England vs Ghana World Cup 2026 match will be confirmed closer to the tournament's kick-off.
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