Croatia vs Ghana: Semenyo insists team is focused on finishing off right

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27 June, 2026

Ghana’s Semenyo focused on finishing the job against Croatia as Black Stars aim for strong World Cup 2026 group stage conclusion\n\nAntoine Semenyo, the Ghana forward, has emphasized that the Black Stars are solely focused on delivering a strong performance against Croatia in their final Group L match, despite having already secured qualification for the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.\n\nSpeaking ahead of the fixture, Semenyo acknowledged the external noise and doubt that had surrounded the team before the tournament, but stressed that the squad has used that as motivation to prove their critics wrong. He highlighted the team’s defensive solidity under head coach Carlos Queiroz and their ability to create scoring opportunities as key factors in their recent performances.\n\nGhana currently sit atop Group L with four points, following a 1-0 victory over Panama and a goalless draw with England. The result against England, in particular, has boosted confidence within the camp, demonstrating the team’s resilience and tactical discipline.\n\nSemenyo confirmed that the squad’s morale is high, with everyone feeling ready, excited, and prepared for the challenge posed by the 2018 World Cup finalists. He acknowledged that the match will be tough but reiterated the team’s commitment to executing their game plan and finishing the group stage on a positive note.\n\nSemenyo also praised Queiroz’s influence since his arrival, noting improvements in defensive organization and attacking cohesion, and expressed personal admiration for Croatia’s Luka Modric, describing him as one of the finest midfielders of the modern era, while maintaining that the team’s focus remains on their own performance.\n\nWith qualification already assured, the match against Croatia will determine Ghana’s final position in Group L. A win could see them top the group and potentially avoid a more formidable opponent in the knockout stage, while a draw or loss might still see them advance as one of the leading third-placed teams, depending on results elsewhere.\n\nSemenyo’s message is clear: the team is not looking past the Croatia fixture, nor are they complacent despite their early qualification. Their objective is to win, build momentum, and enter the knockout phase with the belief that they can compete with the best in the tournament.\n\n