Ghana
Gold, cocoa, and rising fintech.
Ghana, Heading to the 2026 World Cup — Key Facts
- Squad Worth $173M. Ghana's 2026 squad is valued at $173M — #32 of 48 nations, about 11% of the world's most valuable squad (England).
- 4 AFCON Titles. Ghana has won the Africa Cup of Nations 4 times — and produced some of Africa's most legendary players.
- Abedi Pelé + Essien + Gyan. Ghana has produced legends across generations — from Abedi Pelé to Michael Essien to Asamoah Gyan.
- FIFA World #73. Ghana enters the 2026 World Cup ranked #73 in the world by FIFA, coached by O. Addo.
- $81.8B Economy. Ghana's total economy is worth $81.8B — that's the financial muscle behind their World Cup campaign.
- Mohammed Kudus. Their crown jewel is valued at $65M — about 38% of the entire Ghana squad.
- U-20 World Champions 2009. Ghana won the U-20 World Cup in 2009 — Africa's first-ever men's FIFA title.
- Black Stars Pride. Ghana's nickname 'Black Stars' comes from Marcus Garvey's Black Star Line — a global symbol of pan-African pride.
- $2K Median Wealth. Median household wealth in Ghana is $2K — ranked #46 of 48 WC nations.
- One Penalty From History. Ghana came within one penalty kick of being the first African nation in a World Cup semifinal in 2010 — Asamoah Gyan hit the bar.
🇬🇭 Ghana — Heading to the 2026 World Cup
Significant Football Achievements
Ghana's World Cup squad
Mohammed Kudus
Premier League's most-press-resistant young attacker — Ghana's best player in years.
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Meet the nation
Ghana's economy runs on gold, cocoa and oil. Mobile money has revolutionised everyday finance, and the Black Stars are an African football staple.
Over 60% of Ghanaian adults use mobile money — among the highest rates globally.
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Ghana FAQ
What is Ghana's financial personality?
Ghana is "The Black Stars". Ghana's economy runs on gold, cocoa and oil. Mobile money has revolutionised everyday finance, and the Black Stars are an African football staple.
How wealthy is Ghana?
Ghana has a GDP per capita of $2K, a total economy of $81.8B, and median household wealth of $2K. It ranks #46 of 48 World Cup nations on wealth.
What is Ghana's savings rate?
Households in Ghana save about 8% of disposable income, and 1% of adults participate in the stock market.
How strong is Ghana at the 2026 World Cup?
Ghana enters the 2026 World Cup ranked #73 by FIFA, coached by O. Addo, with Mohammed Kudus as their star player (market value $65M). Their full squad is valued at $173M.
Which group is Ghana in at the 2026 World Cup?
Ghana is drawn in Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico.
What are Ghana's biggest football achievements?
Ghana's honours include: AFCON × 4, WC QF 2010.
