Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu named in Ghana's World Cup squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:32 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Leicester City players Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu have been included in Ghana's squad for the upcoming World Cup, beginning on June 18. Ayew, who will captain the team, has significant international experience with 119 caps and 34 goals. Fatawu, younger at 22, has three goals in 27 appearances. Ghana's group includes England, Croatia, and Panama, with their first match set against Panama.
- •Jordan Ayew will captain Ghana at the World Cup.
- •Abdul Fatawu earns his first World Cup selection.
- •Ghana competes in Group L against England, Croatia, and Panama.
- •The tournament is co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- •Ghana's campaign starts on June 18.
- 9:32 AMYahoo Sports — Leicester's Ayew and Fatawu in Ghana's World Cup squad
"Leicester City duo Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu are named in Ghana's squad for the World Cup, which starts next week.
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