Ghana trained at Bryant University in Smithfield, Rhode Island, as the Black Stars continued their preparations for their second match of the 2026 World Cup. Ghana opened its Group L campaign with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring the winning goal deep into stoppage time. The team's preparations have been overshadowed by the situation surrounding midfielder Thomas Partey, who was denied a visa to enter Canada and missed the opening match against Panama.