Wales 1-1 Ghana Friendly as Lewis Koumas Scores, Thomas Partey Plays Amid Legal Charges

Wales and Ghana played a 2026 World Cup warm‑up friendly at Cardiff City Stadium, finishing 1‑1. Ghana took the lead in the second half when substitute Caleb Yirenkyi headed home a rebound in the 66th minute. Lewis Koumas equalised for Wales deep into stoppage time with a header from a Neco Williams cross, securing a draw for the hosts.

The match was Carlos Queiroz’s first game in charge of the Black Stars, giving him a chance to assess his squad before the tournament, where Ghana faces England, Croatia and Panama. Ghana entered the game on a five‑game winless streak.

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey was also in the lineup despite facing multiple rape and sexual‑assault charges in the UK. Coach Queiroz defended the inclusion, citing the presumption of innocence. Partey has pleaded not guilty and his trial is scheduled for Southwark Crown Court.

The fixture was televised on Fox Sports 2 in the United States and streamed via Fubo, providing fans worldwide with live coverage of the tightly contested friendly.