England target last-32 spot as Ghana test awaits in Group L clash
Both teams sit on three points, with England ahead at the top of Group L.
England will aim to move within touching distance of the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 when they face Ghana in a key Group L encounter at Boston Stadium on Tuesday (23 June).
Thomas Tuchel's side opened their campaign with a strong attacking display in a 4-2 win over Croatia, with Harry Kane spearheading the performance as England went top of the group on goal difference.
However, the head coach has called for greater defensive discipline after acknowledging lapses in the first half.
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Ghana arrive buoyed by a narrow 1-0 victory over Panama, with coach Carlos Queiroz praising his side's organisation and counter-attacking threat. The Black Stars will be confident that another positive result could push them close to securing a knockout-stage berth.
Both teams sit on three points, with England ahead at the top of Group L. A win for either side would significantly strengthen their qualification hopes for the round of 32.
England are expected to maintain continuity in attack, with Harry Kane leading the line, while Tuchel may consider defensive adjustments following the concession of two goals against Croatia.
Ghana, meanwhile, will again rely on their compact structure and pace in transition as they look to challenge one of the tournament favourites.
Probable XIs
England: Jordan Pickford; Trent Alexander-Arnold, Marc Guéhi, Levi Colwill, Myles Lewis-Skelly; Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Cole Palmer; Marcus Rashford, Harry Kane (captain), Anthony Gordon.
Ghana: Lawrence Ati-Zigi; Jonas Adjetey, Jerome Opoku, Gideon Mensah, Marvin Senaya; Caleb Yirenkyi, Elisha Owusu, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku; Kamaldeen Sulemana, Antoine Semenyo, Jordan Ayew (captain)
