Predicted Ghana Line-Up vs England: Queiroz Set for Tactical Reshuffle in Boston

• Carlos Queiroz is expected to switch Ghana into a flexible tactical shape designed specifically to contain England’s midfield dominance
• A major attacking reshuffle could see a surprise inclusion on the flank as Ghana prepare for a high-intensity defensive battle in Boston
• The Black Stars are set to abandon a traditional setup at times, morphing into a compact system aimed at frustrating the Three Lions

Ghana are expected to adopt a flexible tactical structure when they face England in their second Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Carlos Queiroz preparing a system that shifts between a 4-3-3 in possession and a compact 4-5-1 without the ball.

The Black Stars, currently ranked 73rd in the world, head into the clash in Boston after a dramatic 1-0 win over Panama on June 17 in Toronto, where Caleb Yirenkyi’s late goal sealed all three points.

However, the test against England will demand a far more disciplined and structured approach, particularly against a side that dominated Croatia 4-2 in their opening fixture.

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Predicted Ghana starting XI versus England

Brandon Thomas-Asante is expected to come in for Kamaldeen Sulemana, adding defensive discipline and work rate.

Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo could operate on the opposite wing, but both wide players are likely to drop deep to form a midfield five when Ghana are out of possession.

In midfield, ex-Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey, who missed the Panama encounter, is set to be the anchor of the system, supported by Elisha Owusu and rising star Yirenkyi, who continues to grow in influence after his decisive goal against Panama.

At the top of the formation, Jordan Ayew is expected to lead the attack, offering experience, hold-up play, and leadership against England’s defensive unit.

Predicted Ghana XI vs. England (4-3-3):

Lawrence Ati-Zigi; Marvin Senaya, Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, Gideon Mensah; Thomas Partey, Elisha Owusu, Caleb Yirenkyi; Brandon Thomas-Asante, Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo.

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Without the ball, Ghana are expected to shift into a compact 4-5-1 shape, with Semenyo and Thomas-Asante dropping into midfield to block passing lanes and limit England’s dominance.

The Black Stars will likely rely heavily on counterattacks and transitional moments to exploit space behind the star-studded Three Lions' high press, as reported by Sports Illustrated.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh