The Ghana national football team, known as the Black Stars, plays under head coach Carlos Queiroz. This page is our home for everything on the team. First, we cover who leads it and how the 2026 World Cup went. Then we list the latest results and when the Black Stars play next.
Who are the Ghana Black Stars?
The Black Stars are the men’s senior national team of Ghana, run by the Ghana Football Association. The nickname comes from the black star on the national flag. Ghana has won the Africa Cup of Nations four times, in 1963, 1965, 1978 and 1982. In addition, the team has qualified for five World Cups: 2006, 2010, 2014, 2022 and 2026. Their best finish came in 2010, when they reached the quarter-finals.
Who is the Ghana national football team coach?
Carlos Queiroz is the head coach of the Black Stars. He named the squad for the September 2026 African Cup of Nations qualifiers and the friendly against Morocco. As a result, his selections now shape every call-up window. Accordingly, we cover each squad announcement on the site.
How did Ghana do at the 2026 World Cup?
Ghana reached the knockout stage at the 2026 World Cup, which they had not done since 2010. First, they beat Panama 1-0 in Toronto on 17 June, then drew 0-0 with England in Boston on 23 June. However, they lost 2-1 to Croatia in Philadelphia on 27 June. Then Colombia won 1-0 in Kansas City in the knockout round, which ended the run. Overall, one win, one draw and two defeats made this a solid return to the last 32 for the Black Stars.
What are the latest Black Stars results?
The most recent competitive match was an African Cup of Nations qualifier. Sadly for Ghana, Ivory Coast beat Ghana 2-0 on 24 September 2026. Earlier in 2026, the Black Stars played friendlies against Germany (2-1 defeat in Stuttgart on 30 March), Mexico (2-0 defeat in Puebla on 22 May) and Wales (1-1 in Cardiff on 2 June). For the official match reports and team news, see the Ghana Football Association’s Black Stars page.
When do the Black Stars play next?
Here are the next confirmed fixtures. All kick-off times are in GMT, and dates can change, so check the official announcements.
- 29 September 2026: Ghana v Gambia, African Cup of Nations qualifier, Accra, 16:00 GMT.
- 4 October 2026: Morocco v Ghana, international friendly, 18:00 GMT.
- 11 November 2026: Ghana v Somalia, African Cup of Nations qualifier, 17:00 GMT.
- 15 November 2026: Somalia v Ghana, African Cup of Nations qualifier, 17:00 GMT.
- 24 March 2027: Ghana v Ivory Coast, African Cup of Nations qualifier, 17:00 GMT.
- 28 March 2027: Gambia v Ghana, African Cup of Nations qualifier, 16:00 GMT.
Meanwhile, the domestic season is under way. So follow the Ghana Premier League table for the league and our live scores page for matches as they happen.
Which competitions do the Black Stars play in?
The Black Stars play in three main types of match. First, there are the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and the finals themselves. Second, there are World Cup qualifiers and, when Ghana qualify, the World Cup finals. Finally, there are international friendlies, which the team uses in windows set by FIFA. Right now, the Black Stars are in the middle of their African Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
How are Black Stars squads picked?
The head coach names a squad before each international window, and the Ghana Football Association announces it. Consequently, the list can change from one window to the next. In particular, injuries and club commitments often decide who is available. Therefore, we recommend checking the official announcement close to each match. We then update this page after every squad announcement.
How can you follow the Black Stars?
The easiest way is to bookmark this page and our live scores page. In addition, the Ghana Football Association publishes match reports and team news on its own site. Also, we cover the domestic league every week, so you can see how Ghana Premier League clubs are doing between international windows.
Why does the Ghana national team matter to fans?
For most Ghanaian supporters, the Black Stars are the one team that unites every club. For example, fans of Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak share the same colours on international days. Furthermore, the squad mixes players from the Ghana Premier League with stars in Europe, so national team weeks matter for club fans too.
Want the full squad? See the Ghana national football team roster. To see when the team plays next, go to the Black Stars fixtures and results.
Frequently asked questions about the Ghana national football team
What is the Ghana national football team called?
The team is called the Black Stars, after the black star on Ghana’s flag.
Who coaches the Black Stars?
Carlos Queiroz is the current head coach of the Black Stars.
How many times has Ghana won the Africa Cup of Nations?
Ghana has won the tournament four times: in 1963, 1965, 1978 and 1982.
How many World Cups has Ghana qualified for?
Ghana has qualified for five World Cups: 2006, 2010, 2014, 2022 and 2026.
Last updated: 26 September 2026. We update this page after every Black Stars match and squad announcement.
