Has Nicholas Opoku played in a World Cup before?

Ghana has appeared in 5 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Nicholas Opoku's full international history.

What position does Nicholas Opoku play?

Nicholas Opoku plays as a defender for Ghana at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Ghana in at the 2026 World Cup?

Ghana are in Group L at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside England, Croatia, Panama.

When does Ghana play at the World Cup?

Ghana's first match is on 2026-06-17 against Panama at BMO Field, Toronto.

How old is Nicholas Opoku?

Nicholas Opoku is 28 years old.

Nicholas Opoku – Ghana | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Nicholas Opoku

Date of BirthAugust 11, 1997 (age 28)

Place of BirthKumasi, Ghana

Height / Weight190 / 87

PositionDefender

Current ClubKasımpaşa

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Süper Lig	30	0	0

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Ghana's group: Group L →

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World Cup 2026

Group L →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	England	3	2	1	0	4	7
2	Croatia	3	2	0	1	0	6
3	Ghana	3	1	1	1	0	4
4	Panama	3	0	0	3	-4	0

2026-06-17Ghana vs PanamaBMO Field, Toronto→2026-06-23England vs GhanaGillette Stadium, Foxborough→2026-06-27Croatia vs GhanaLincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia→

2026 tournament outlook

Nicholas Opoku will represent Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia, Panama. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-17 against Panama at BMO Field, Toronto. As a defender, Opoku will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Ghana's best World Cup finish is Quarterfinals (2010). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Ghana at the 2026 World Cup

Nicholas Opoku is part of the Ghana squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by TBC, alongside J. Anang, T. Lamptey, S. Abdul Samed, and J. Afriyie among the key players.

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