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World Cup 2026: England held by Ghana in goalless Group L stalemate

England's Harry Kane misses a chance to score.
England's Harry Kane misses a chance to score. © Brian Snyder, Reuters

England and Ghana played out a tense 0-0 draw at Foxborough Stadium, a result that keeps both sides' knockout qualification hopes alive but denies the Three Lions top spot in Group L. Despite dominating possession with 79 percent of the ball, England were unable to break down Ghana's resolute defensive organisation, with the Black Stars frustrating their opponents throughout.

England suffered a World Cup setback on Tuesday as Thomas Tuchel's side were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Ghana, leaving them with work still to do as they bid to progress to the knockout stage as Group L winners.

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