England held to 0-0 draw by Ghana at World Cup 2026

England entered the Group L match against Ghana with confidence after a 4‑2 victory over Croatia, but the encounter ended in a 0‑0 stalemate. Ghana deployed a disciplined low block that limited English attacking chances, despite England’s dominance in possession. Manager Thomas Tuchel noted the difficulty of breaking down such defenses, while captain Declan Rice emphasized the need to retain confidence.

The result kept England atop the group, leaving them needing a win in their final match against Panama in New York to secure first place and advance to the knockout stage. The draw highlighted offensive limitations, with Harry Kane largely neutralised and Bukayo Saka providing the most notable threat for the Three Lions.