Overview
Ghana is a member of the Confederation of African Football and plays in the West African Zone B (WAFU-B) zone. The men's national team, known as the Black Stars, has played 677 recorded internationals since 1950, winning 312 of them (46.1%).
Ghana have won the Africa Cup of Nations 4 times (1963, 1965, 1978 and 1982) and also reached the final in 1968, 1970, 1992, 2010 and 2015.
They have played at the FIFA World Cup 5 times (2006, 2010, 2014, 2022 and 2026).
On current form our Elo rating places Ghana 14th in Africa and 89th in the world.
With about 35.1 million people and its capital in Accra, Ghana has produced 1,446 notable footballers footballers in our database.
Famous Ghanaian footballers
Michael EssienGhana · b. 1982
Kevin-Prince BoatengGhana · b. 1987
Asamoah GyanGhana · b. 1985
Sulley MuntariGhana · b. 1984
André AyewGhana · b. 1989
Jordan AyewGhana · Sheffield United F.C.
Thomas ParteyGhana · Al-Shabab Football Club
Kwadwo AsamoahGhana · b. 1988
Abedi PeleGhana · b. 1964
Stephen AppiahGhana · b. 1980
Iñaki WilliamsGhana · b. 1994
Mohammed KudusGhana · Tottenham Hotspur F.C.
Most capped
Top scorers (match database)
- Asamoah Gyan
- André Ayew
- Jordan Ayew
- Sulley Muntari
- Thomas Partey
- Osei Kofi
- Matthew Amoah
- Kwasi Owusu
Where Ghanaian players play
98 active Ghanaian players are currently at clubs outside Ghana. The most common destinations:
Clubs and leagues in Ghana
Main competitions: Ghana Premier League, Ghana Football Leagues, Ghana Women's Football League.
- Asante Kotoko F.C.founded 1935
- Accra Hearts of Oak SCfounded 1911
- Liberty Professionals F.C.founded 1996
- Ashanti Gold SCfounded 1978
- Medeama SCfounded 2002
- King Faisal Babes
- Heart of Lions F.C.founded 2002
- Accra Great Olympics F.C.founded 1954
- Berekum Chelsea F.C.founded 2000
- Legon Cities FCfounded 2006
Where Ghanaian footballers are born
30 Ghana internationals were born abroad, most often in United Kingdom (11), Germany (4), France (2). See the diaspora →
Stadiums
- Baba Yara StadiumKumasi
- Accra Sports StadiumAccra Metropolitan District
- Aliu Mahama Sports StadiumTamale Metropolitan District
- Len Clay StadiumObuasi Municipal District
- Aliu Mahama Sports StadiumTamale
- Sekondi-Takoradi StadiumSekondi-Takoradi
Strength over time
Year-end Elo rating of Ghana. Elo history →
Frequently asked questions
What is the nickname of the Ghana national team?
Ghana are nicknamed the Black Stars.
How many times have Ghana won AFCON?
Ghana have won the Africa Cup of Nations 4 times (1963, 1965, 1978 and 1982).
Have Ghana played at the World Cup?
Yes, Ghana have played at 5 World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014, 2022 and 2026).
Who is the top scorer for Ghana?
In our match database, Asamoah Gyan leads with 24 goals. Goal data is most complete for tournament matches.
Who is the most famous Ghanaian footballer?
By international recognition, Michael Essien is the best-known Ghanaian footballer in our database, followed by Kevin-Prince Boateng and Asamoah Gyan.
What is the biggest stadium in Ghana?
Baba Yara Stadium is the largest football stadium in Ghana in our records, with a capacity of 40,000.