FIFA World Cup 2026: England Frustrated as Ghana Earn Vital Point
Ghana produced a resolute defensive performance to hold England to a goalless draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L clash at Boston Stadium.
The result leaves both sides on four points heading into the final round of group matches, with England set to face Panama and Ghana meeting Croatia on June 27.
A point apiece will secure their passage to the Round of 32.
England dominated possession in the first half but struggled to break down Ghana’s disciplined back line. Declan Rice’s looping header was their only notable chance before the interval.
After the restart, Elliot Anderson’s close-range header was blocked, Anthony Gordon’s drive was saved by Benjamin Asare, and Harry Kane saw his low effort denied by the Ghanaian goalkeeper.
Ghana threatened late on when Abdul Fatawu broke through on goal, only for Ezri Konsa to intervene and Antoine Semenyo to inadvertently block his teammate’s follow-up effort.
England’s best opportunity came in the 87th minute when Nico O’Reilly’s header struck the crossbar, with Kane blasting the rebound over.
The stalemate ensures England and Ghana remain in the top two positions in Group L.
England have now drawn 0-0 in one of their group matches at four of the last five World Cups, continuing a curious trend that includes goalless encounters against Algeria (2010), Costa Rica (2014), and USA (2022).
Jude Bellingham was named Player of the Match for his tireless midfield display.
