World Cup 2026: Jerome Opoku Rested as Carlos Queiroz Names Lineup for Croatia Clash

Ghana vs Croatia: Carlos Queiroz names strong Black Stars XI for Group L match

Carlos Queiroz names three changes for Ghana's final Group L clash against Croatia. The Black Stars aim for a higher finish while Croatia seeks crucial points.

Carlos Queiroz makes three changes in Ghana’s line up for Croatia clash

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has made three changes to his starting lineup for Ghana’s final Group L match against Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese tactician has handed Derrick Luckassen his first start of the tournament, with the defender set to make his World Cup debut after replacing Jerome Opoku in the heart of Ghana’s defence. Midfielder Elisha Owusu and winger Kamaldeen Sulemana also return to the starting XI aft…

Black stars coach Carlos Quieroz name XI for Croatia clash

Ghana head coach Carlos Quieroz has named a strong starting line-up for the Black Stars’ final Group stage match against Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday evening, with a place in the knockout rounds already secured. Defender Jerome Opoku has been rested as a precaution after sustaining a groin strain during Ghana’s goalless draw against England. His absence is one of the few changes to the side, while Kamaldeen Sulemana and Elisha …

World Cup 2026: Jerome Opoku rested as Kamaldeen, Elisha return for Ghana's decisive Croatia clash

Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has been left out of Ghana's starting line-up for Saturday's decisive FIFA World Cup Group L clash against Croatia as a precaution after sustaining a groin strain against England.The centre-back played a key role in Ghana's goalless draw with England on Tuesday but will be rested to avoid aggravating the injury ahead of the knockout stage, with the Black Stars already assured of a place in the Round of 32.Head c…