Ghana's World Cup 2026 Squad Announced Despite Key Injuries
Ghana's 2026 World Cup squad revealed amid major injury concerns
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Ghana's national football team has announced its squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, facing significant injury challenges. Key players Mohammed Kudus and Mohammed Salisu are unavailable due to injuries, while Baba Abdul Rahman returns after a three-year absence. The team's campaign starts on June 17 against Panama.
- 01Head coach Carlos Queiroz announced a 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- 02Mohammed Kudus is sidelined due to a thigh injury, having undergone surgery earlier this year.
- 03Defender Mohammed Salisu is also out with a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament injury.
- 04Baba Abdul Rahman returns to the national team after a three-year hiatus.
- 05Ghana's first match is against Panama on June 17, followed by games against England and Croatia.
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Ghana's head coach Carlos Queiroz has officially announced the squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The announcement comes amid significant injury setbacks, most notably the absence of midfielder Mohammed Kudus, who is recovering from a thigh injury that required surgery. Additionally, defender Mohammed Salisu will not participate due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament sustained earlier in the year. In a positive note, Baba Abdul Rahman returns to the squad after a three-year absence, having previously been part of the 2022 World Cup team. Ghana's World Cup journey begins on June 17 against Panama in Toronto, followed by matches against England and Croatia in Group L. The full squad includes notable players such as Thomas Partey and Inaki Williams, aiming to make a strong impact in the tournament.
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The injuries to key players may affect Ghana's chances in the World Cup, impacting fans and stakeholders involved in the national team's performance.
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