Ghana faces Colombia as players honor flood victims back home
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Ghana's national soccer team is preparing to face Colombia in the World Cup round of 32 on July 3. The match takes on extra significance for the team as they cope with the impact of severe flooding in Accra, which has resulted in at least 12 fatalities and many displaced residents. Captain Jordan Ayew stated that the players are motivated to perform well in honor of those suffering in their home country. The Black Stars previously reached the quarterfinals in the 2010 World Cup, increasing the pressure to deliver a strong performance this summer.
- •Ghana's match against Colombia starts at 9:30 p.m. ET.
- •At least 12 people have died due to flooding in Accra.
- •More than 400 have been rescued from flooded areas.
- •The team is focused on honoring victims through their performance.
- •Ghana has advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals twice before.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Ghana World Cup team plays for home after deadly floods
"Ghana captain Jordan Ayew says the team is motivated to play for their country following deadly floods in Accra.
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