Black Stars Set for Kansas City Ahead of World Cup Clash with Colombia
Ghana intensifies preparations as the Black Stars target a place in the World Cup last 16.
- Black Stars travel to Kansas City on Wednesday.
- Ghana faces Colombia in the Round of 32.
- Queiroz's side is intensifying preparations.
Ghana’s Black Stars will travel to Kansas City on Wednesday, July 1, as they prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia. The knockout fixture is scheduled for Friday, July 3, at 8:30 p.m. local time, which will be 1:30 a.m. GMT on Saturday for fans in Ghana.
The team has been focusing on recovery and tactical preparations ahead of the crucial encounter. Head coach Carlos Queiroz gave the players a rest day on Monday before resuming training on Tuesday with morning and evening sessions at Bryant University in Rhode Island. The squad will hold one final training session on Wednesday before departing for Kansas City.
Ghana progressed to the knockout stage as one of the tournament’s best third-placed teams after collecting four points in Group I, finishing behind England and Croatia. The Black Stars secured qualification under the expanded 48-team World Cup format and are aiming to build on their resilient group-stage performances.
The match against Colombia is expected to be a stern test, with the South Americans arriving in the knockout stage after an impressive group campaign. Ghana’s technical team is expected to rely on disciplined tactics and teamwork as they seek a place in the last 16.
The Black Stars carry the hopes of Ghanaians and many football fans across Africa as they continue their World Cup journey. A victory over Colombia would mark another significant milestone for Ghana and keep alive their dream of progressing deeper into the tournament.
