Group Stage · Group L

Croatia vs Ghana

Saturday, June 27, 2026 · 21:00 UTC · Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia

CRO

Croatia

The Blazers
FIFA Ranking#12
CoachZlatko Dalic
Key PlayerJosko Gvardiol
WC Appearances7
Best FinishRunners-Up (2018)
ExpectationsDark Horse

Croatia finished 3rd in 2022 and runner-up in 2018. Even as Modric's generation ages, they continue to overperform their population of 4 million.

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GHA

Ghana

Black Stars
FIFA Ranking#45
CoachOtto Addo
Key PlayerMohammed Kudus
WC Appearances5
Best FinishQuarter-Finals (2010)
ExpectationsCompetitive

The Black Stars were a penalty away from becoming the first African semi-finalists in 2010. Mohammed Kudus brings Premier League flair and dynamism.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

CroatiaFIFA RankingGhana
#12 - #45
CroatiaWC AppearancesGhana
7 - 5

Group L Context

England's golden generation finally gets it together — or do they? Croatia's Modrić chases one last World Cup triumph.

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Venue

Lincoln Financial Field

Philadelphia, PA, USA · Capacity: 69,596

The Linc, as locals call it, sits in South Philly's sports complex. Eagles fans are among the most passionate (and intimidating) in American sports.

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Fan Guide: Philadelphia

Top Spots

Fado Irish Pub · Pub

Premier League central, shipped from Ireland piece by piece

Misconduct Tavern · Sports Bar

Philly soccer supporters home base

Tír na nÓg · Pub

Irish pub with great breakfast and match atmosphere

John's Roast Pork · Restaurant

Locals' choice for best cheesesteak in the city

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Other Group L Matches

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