In the final round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L, the Croatia vs Ghana match has been scheduled for Saturday evening. Philadelphia Stadium (Philadelphia, United States) will host this crucial fixture, which will decide the fate of the group.
Ghana are in the second position in the group with four points, while Croatia have three points, as they are struggling in the third place.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia and Ghana
Croatia
The FIFA World Cup 2018 runners-up Croatia are under pressure at the moment, as they have earned three points after two games. While they started the competition with a 4-2 defeat against England, they recorded a 1-0 draw against Panama. They at least need a draw to confidently book the tickets for the Round of 32, while a defeat will put them in a challenge of the tight third-place position battles. A win will help them to seal at least the second position in the group, with only a chance to snatch the top place after England suffered a shocking defeat to Panama. Here’s the Croatia FIFA World Cup Stats of all time
Ghana
Ghana have already secured their spot for the Round of 32 by earning four points in two games, as they will finish at least among the top eight best third-placed teams at the end of the group stage. Starting the tournament with a 1-0 win against Panama, Ghana claimed a goalless draw against England. A win can even make them top of the group, even if England managed to beat Panama but with a smaller margin. Here’s the Ghana FIFA World Cup Stats of all time
FIFA World Cup 2026 - Croatia vs Ghana Key Match Details
Group: L
Match Date: 27 June 2026 (Indian Date: 28 June 2026)
Match Starting Time: 17:00 Local Time (Indian Starting Time: 02:30)
Venue: Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, United States
Croatia vs Ghana Head-to-Head
No Previous Meetings
Croatia vs Ghana: Recent Forms
Croatia Form in 2026
While Croatia suffered only one defeat out of 10 games in 2025 (8 wins), they have recorded three wins and three losses in the ongoing calendar year.
Ghana Form in 2026
Starting in 2026 with three consecutive defeats, Ghana have recorded one win and two draws in the next three games.
Croatia vs Ghana Predicted Lineups
Croatia Line-up (3-4-2-1)
Goalkeeper: Dominik Livakovic
Defenders: Josip Sutalo, Luka Vuskovic, Josko Gvardiol
Central Midfielders: Josip Stanisic, Mario Pasalic, Luka Modric, Ivan Perisic
Attacking Midfielders: Martin Baturina, Petar Sucic
Forward: Ante Budimir
Ghana Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Benjamin Asare
Defenders: Gideon Mensah, Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, Marvin Senaya
Midfielders: Kwasi Sibo, Thomas Partey, Caleb Yirenkyi
Forwards: Brandon Thomas-Asante, Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo
