Ghana to play 2026 World Cup group matches in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia

Black Stars will play their 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage matches in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia, following the release of the full tournament schedule on Saturday.Ghana open their campaign against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, at the BMO Field in Toronto. The match is expected to set the tone for Group L as Otto Addos side target a strong start in the expanded format.The second group game comes against England on Tuesday, June 23, at the iconic Gillette Stadium in Boston. It will be Ghanas headline fixture of the group stage, with a large Ghanaian community in the region expected to create major support inside the venue.The final group match will be against Croatia on Saturday, June 27, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The game could prove decisive for qualification into the Round of 32, depending on earlier results.Ghanas Group L FixturesGhana vs Panama – June 17, TorontoEngland vs Ghana – June 23, BostonGhana vs Croatia – June 27, PhiladelphiaWith three teams able to progress from each group, the Black Stars believe their chances remain strong. The confirmed venues also offer the advantage of large Ghanaian diaspora support in all three host cities.Preparations will now intensify as Ghana plan logistics, camps and travel across the East Coast of the United States ahead of their fifth World Cup appearance next summer.