Get ready for the battle of Wits and Wallops as England face off against Ghana in the ultimate showdown! The 'Black Stars' have been through the wringer ahead of this crunch match, with head coach Otto Addo sensationally axed just 72 days before kick-off. But in steps Carlos Queiroz, a World Cup veteran with a string of successes under his belt – and he's already got Ghana buzzing!
Queiroz's maiden outing as Ghana's gaffer was a real barnburner, with the 'Black Stars' snatching a last-gasp win over Panama. And boy, has it galvanised the squad! With their sights firmly set on reaching the knockout stages for the first time since 2010, England will need to be on red alert for Ghana's key attacking threats and midfield mayhem.
And what a threat Antoine Semenyo poses! The Manchester City winger has been simply electric this season, notching an impressive 17 goals in the Premier League – that's third in the Golden Boot standings, folks! His form is no fluke, either: he seamlessly integrated into Pep's side after his January transfer from Bournemouth and helped them win two trophies, including scoring the decisive goal in the FA Cup final.
Another Ghanaian to keep a close eye on is Caleb Yirenkyi, the 20-year-old Nordsjaelland midfielder who lit up the World Cup with a stunning 94th-minute winner against Panama. Under Queiroz, he's been restored to his natural position in midfield, where he's been making waves – literally! Last season, he led Danish top-flight midfielders in possession won (26) and ball recoveries (205), while also ranking third for successful passes in the opposition half (881).
England will need to be wary of veteran forward Jordan Ayew too. The 34-year-old, currently unattached after being released by Leicester City, has been racking up the appearances – and he's just become Ghana's record cap holder, surpassing his brother Andre's 120 mark! With 14 goals in his last 22 caps, including a hat-trick in qualifying, Ayew is a player who can make an impact from anywhere on the pitch.