Ghana vs Turkey
Ghana vs Turkey preview
Ghana vs Turkey pits Turkey (FIFA #25) against Ghana (#70) in Group K on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at NRG Stadium. Turkey 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 — Ghana have appeared at 5 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: Group, DNQ, QF, Group, Group). Turkey have appeared at 3 World Cups (last five: DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Ghana vs Turkey — 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 | Ghana | Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #70 | #25 |
| Confederation | CAF | UEFA |
| WC appearances | 5 | 3 |
| Best WC finish | Quarter-finals (2010) | 3rd place (2002) |
| Last 5 WCs | Group, DNQ, QF, Group, Group | DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ |
| Captain | André Ayew | Hakan Çalhanoğlu |
| Manager | Otto Addo | Vincenzo Montella |
| Players to watch | Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey, Antoine Semenyo | Arda Güler, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Kenan Yıldız |
Get live Ghana vs Turkey data
// Fetch live data for Ghana vs Turkey
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-28',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Ghana vs Turkey at the 2026 World Cup?
Ghana vs Turkey is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 2026, kicking off at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:00:00 UTC at NRG Stadium, Houston.
What stage is Ghana vs Turkey?
Ghana vs Turkey is a Group Stage fixture in Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Ghana vs Turkey?
NRG Stadium (capacity 72,220, opened 2002, retractable roof, natural grass (laid over turf)) in Houston hosts Ghana vs Turkey.
Who is favoured to win Ghana vs Turkey?
Turkey go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #25, with Ghana ranked #70. Turkey's best World Cup finish is 3rd place (2002); Ghana's is Quarter-finals (2010). Live odds for Ghana vs Turkey are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Ghana vs Turkey?
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 Ghana vs Turkey in my timezone?
Ghana vs Turkey kicks off at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Ghana vs Turkey stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-28) 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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