Ghana returned to the World Cup in 2014, looking to improve on their 2010 knockout-round exit. Under James Kwesi Appiah, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
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| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| 2 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 4 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 1 |
Ghana's campaign never truly ignited, and a group stage exit brought an early end to their World Cup hopes.
Ghana endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a narrow 1-2 loss to United States, a 2-2 draw with Germany, and a narrow 1-2 loss to Portugal. Ghana's tournament ended at the the opening round, a campaign that never truly got going.
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Winless throughout conceded 6 in 3 matches.
Asamoah Gyan led Ghana's attack with 2 goals at the 2014 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Ayew, both with 2.
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Muntari booked twice no red cards despite the yellow count.
The tactical mind behind Ghana's 2014 campaign. Winless under Appiah leading Ghana at his first World Cup.
Under manager James Kwesi Appiah's guidance, Ghana adopted a high-pressing style that aimed to neutralize opponents' attacking threats. However, their squad lacked depth and experience at times.
