Ghana's World Cup campaign has received a boost with key players returning to training. Lawrence Ati-Zigi is back from injury and available for selection.

What happened?

Ati-Zigi has fully recovered from the injury that kept him out of recent matches. According to Henry Asante Twum, the Ghana Football Association Communications Director, Ati-Zigi has been training and is match fit.

Why it matters for Ghana

Benjamin Asare is expected to maintain his position as Ghana's number one for the Colombia encounter. Antoine Semenyo, who picked up a knock during the 2-1 defeat to Croatia, is also expected to be ready for the knockout fixture.

What comes next?

Ghana's recent form has been a concern, with a record of 1W-0D-4L in their last 5 matches. Their last result was a 2-1 loss to Germany on March 30, 2026. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-03-30 | Germany | 2-1 loss |

Defender Jerome Opoku is also on course for a return after suffering a groin issue. Ghana will face Colombia on July 4, 2026, in the World Cup Round of 32. The Black Stars will be looking to turn their fortunes around and advance to the next round.