England vs Ghana Predictions, Picks & Odds – 23/06/2026
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England arrive at Gillette Stadium in confident mood, having won two and drawn one of their last four outings to sit top of their group. Thomas Tuchel's structured 4-2-3-1 system has brought defensive solidity and positional control, though Bukayo Saka's ongoing Achilles issue remains a concern. The omission of Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, and Trent Alexander-Arnold signals Tuchel's preference for tactical balance over individual star power.
Ghana's World Cup campaign faces an uphill battle. Carlos Queiroz's side have lost three of their last four fixtures, and the absence of Mohammed Kudus through a quadricep injury strips them of their most creative outlet. Thomas Partey's inclusion adds experience, yet the Black Stars look short of the quality needed to trouble a well-organised England side. Courage and collective spirit will be essential if they are to spring a surprise.
England's strong recent form underpins the home win selection at 1.22. Thomas Tuchel's side have been disciplined under their new tactical structure, and the omission of several big names suggests a squad built for cohesion rather than individual brilliance. Ghana, by contrast, have lost three of their last four matches and sit third in their group, a run that inspires little confidence heading into this fixture.
The absence of Mohammed Kudus is a severe blow for Ghana. Without their most creative midfielder, Carlos Queiroz's side lack the quality to unlock a well-organised English backline. Bukayo Saka may not be fully fit, yet England's depth across the attacking positions gives Tuchel options that Ghana simply cannot match. The gulf in squad value tells its own story.
Over 2.5 goals at 1.67 also merits attention. England possess the firepower to exploit a fragile Ghanaian defence, while both teams to score at 2.50 looks less appealing given Ghana's toothless recent displays. Backing England to win to nil at 1.50 offers an alternative angle for those who share that reading of the match.
Trends to Know about England vs Ghana
- England won three of last four matches
- Ghana lost three of four recent fixtures
- Kudus injury weakens Ghana's midfield creativity
Form & Statistics: England vs Ghana
England
Recent form
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Ghana
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Lineups: England vs Ghana
England
Starters
- 1 Jordan Pickford
- 2 Kyle Walker
- 3 John Stones
- 4 Marc Guéhi
- 5 Luke Shaw
- 6 Declan Rice
- 7 Kobbie Mainoo
- 8 Bukayo Saka
- 9 Jude Bellingham
- 10 Phil Foden
- 11 Harry Kane
Bench
- Aaron Ramsdale
- Reece James
- Ezri Konsa
- Lewis Dunk
- Ben Chilwell
- Trent Alexander-Arnold
- Conor Gallagher
- James Maddison
- Cole Palmer
- Marcus Rashford
- Ivan Toney
- Ollie Watkins
Absent
- Ben White (Severe knee injury.)
- Jarrad Branthwaite (Severe thigh injury.)
- Jack Grealish (Season-ending foot injury.)
Ghana
Starters
- 1 Benjamin Asare
- 2 Jonas Adjetey
- 3 Derrick Luckassen
- 4 Jerome Opoku
- 5 Caleb Yirenkyi
- 6 Thomas Partey
- 7 Kwasi Sibo
- 8 Gideon Mensah
- 9 Antoine Semenyo
- 10 Iñaki Williams
- 11 Jordan Ayew
Bench
- Lawrence Ati-Zigi
- Joseph Anang
- Baba Abdul Rahman
- Abdul Mumin
- Marvin Senaya
- Alidu Seidu
- Elisha Owusu
- Augustine Boakye
- Abdul Fatawu
- Kamaldeen Sulemana
- Christopher Bonsu Baah
- Ernest Nuamah
Absent
- Mohammed Kudus (Quadricep/thigh injury, failed to recover in time for the tournament, may require surgery.)
- Alexander Djiku (Injured in training, replaced in the squad by Derrick Luckassen.)
- Mohammed Salisu (Ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).)
Medium confidence
England line up in a 4-2-3-1 against Ghana's adventurous 3-4-3, a shape that invites pressure on the flanks. Jude Bellingham operates in the number ten role behind Harry Kane, with Declan Rice and Kobbie Mainoo tasked with shielding the back four against a Ghanaian midfield anchored by Thomas Partey.
Ghana's wing-backs will be central to their attacking ambitions, with Antoine Semenyo and Iñaki Williams offering pace and directness across the front three. England's wide defenders, particularly Luke Shaw, will need to manage that threat carefully whilst still supporting Bukayo Saka's forward runs on the opposite flank.
England vs Ghana: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch England vs Ghana Match?
What time is England vs Ghana?
England vs Ghana kicks off at 21:00 local time on Monday 23 June 2026 at Gillette Stadium.
Where is England vs Ghana being played?
This match takes place at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
How Can I Watch England vs Ghana on TV and Live Stream?
England vs Ghana will be broadcast live on ITV and available to stream via ITVX in the United Kingdom.
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