World Cup: Ghana's Black Stars Hold England to Goalless Draw in Boston
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- Ghana held England to a goalless draw in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, moving closer to the knockout stage.
- England dominated possession with 78.8% but failed to register a shot on target until late in the game.
- The result extends Ghana's unbeaten record against England and keeps them without conceding a goal in the tournament.
Ghana delivered a disciplined performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, frustrating England to a goalless draw in Boston and taking a significant step toward the knockout stage. The result leaves both teams with four points in Group L, with qualification still to be determined.
Ghana produced another disciplined display at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday night, frustrating England to a goalless draw in Boston and moving a step closer to the knockout stage.
England controlled possession, holding 78.8% of the ball, the highest figure recorded in a World Cup match since 1966, according to Opta. Despite this dominance, Carlos Queiroz's Ghana side showcased strong defensive organization and resilience, denying England clear scoring opportunities. Thomas Tuchel's team struggled to create meaningful chances throughout the match.
The game saw little excitement in the first half, marking the first 2026 World Cup match without a shot on target before halftime. Ghana, content to defend deep, grew more confident after the break. England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford was tested when Prince Kwabena Adu broke through, and Benjamin Asare later saved an effort from Anthony Gordon.
England dominated possession from the opening whistle, controlling 78.8 per cent of the ball, the highest possession figure recorded by a team in a World Cup match since 1966, without managing to score, according to Opta.
England came closest late in the game when Bukayo Saka's cross found Nico O'Reilly, whose header hit the crossbar. Harry Kane's rebound attempt went over. This draw continues Ghana's impressive record against England, as they remain one of only five national teams England has never defeated. For Ghana, the result signifies another crucial step in their campaign, maintaining their unbeaten status and clean sheet in the tournament.
The Black Stars remained one of only five national teams that England have never defeated, alongside Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Honduras and South Korea.
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