Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo says Ghana is really looking forward to an exciting challenge playing against England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. [Scroll down to watch video]
Ghana’s Black Stars have been drawn in Group L against England, Panama and Croatia in the upcoming tournament with the matchup against England being a highly anticipated one.
Speaking in an interview with Man City media in the presence of teammate and England player Marc Guehi, Semenyo shared how excited he was about the England challenge.
“It’s just exciting, just ready for the challenge. As a nation, we are looking forward to it. It’s going to be entertaining and we are looking forward to it” Semenyo said.
On his part, Marc Guehi stated, “Of course [it’s going to be a challenge stopping this guy-Antoine Seemnyo] and they’ve got a fantastic team with great players as well.”
Though Semenyo has been in fine form at club level, scoring 12 league goals this season, he has struggled to replicate this form with the Black Stars.
In 32 games, Semenyo has scored just three goals. He is set to play in Man City’s league clash against Liverpool on Sunday, February 8 at Anfield.
“He’s a fantastic player and they’ve got a fantastic team with great players”
“Yeah, it’s just exciting, just ready for that challenge. think as a nation, we’re looking forward to it”Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo on 🏴vs🇬🇭 at the World Cup 🏆
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— Citi Sports (@CitiSportsGHA) February 6, 2026
