Belgium vs Ghana
Belgium vs Ghana preview
Belgium vs Ghana pits Belgium (FIFA #8) against Ghana (#70) in Group K on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at NRG Stadium. Belgium go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Ghana have quarter-finals (2010) as their World Cup high-water mark.
NRG Stadium (capacity 72,220) is the retractable-roof home of the Houston Texans (NFL). It sits 24m above sea level in Houston. June/July temperatures in Houston average a high of 34°C and a low of 24°C, with notable rainfall — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Belgium have appeared at 14 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: Group, 3rd, QF, Group, R16). Ghana have appeared at 5 World Cups (last five: Group, DNQ, QF, Group, Group). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Belgium vs Ghana — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Belgium | Ghana |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #8 | #70 |
| Confederation | UEFA | CAF |
| WC appearances | 14 | 5 |
| Best WC finish | 3rd place (2018) | Quarter-finals (2010) |
| Last 5 WCs | Group, 3rd, QF, Group, R16 | Group, DNQ, QF, Group, Group |
| Captain | Kevin De Bruyne | André Ayew |
| Manager | Rudi Garcia | Otto Addo |
| Players to watch | Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Jérémy Doku | Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey, Antoine Semenyo |
Get live Belgium vs Ghana data
// Fetch live data for Belgium vs Ghana
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-17',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Belgium vs Ghana at the 2026 World Cup?
Belgium vs Ghana is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026, kicking off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:00:00 UTC at NRG Stadium, Houston.
What stage is Belgium vs Ghana?
Belgium vs Ghana is a Group Stage fixture in Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Belgium vs Ghana?
NRG Stadium (capacity 72,220, opened 2002, retractable roof, natural grass (laid over turf)) in Houston hosts Belgium vs Ghana.
Who is favoured to win Belgium vs Ghana?
Belgium go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #8, with Ghana ranked #70. Belgium's best World Cup finish is 3rd place (2018); Ghana's is Quarter-finals (2010). Live odds for Belgium vs Ghana are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Belgium vs Ghana?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Belgium vs Ghana in my timezone?
Belgium vs Ghana kicks off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Belgium vs Ghana stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-17) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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