- These two met in a FIFA World Cup quarter-final in 2010, with the Uruguayans winning on penalties.
- Ghana will go through to the Round of 16 with three points.
- Uruguay needs to win to stand any chance of reaching the last 16.
Ghana and Uruguay go head-to-head in a vital group game at the 2022 FIFA World Cup this Friday.
Group H
With Portugal already booking their place in the last 16, there is only one qualification place up for grabs in Group H.
Ghana is in pole position after beating South Korea last time out, while Uruguay is bottom of the group with just one point to their name.
With a lot at stake for both nations, this Group H fixture at Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakrah promises to be special. In this preview, you will find our Ghana vs Uruguay picks and Qatar 2022 predictions.
Ghana vs. Uruguay Odds
| Ghana | Draw | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| +375 | +280 | -138 |
Ghana’s Odds Breakdown
The Ghana World Cup odds to win this vital fixture are around +375, which makes Otto Addo’s boys the underdogs in Al Wakrah. As for the draw, you can get +280 before a ball has been kicked.
Uruguay’s Odds Breakdown
No less than three points will do for Uruguay. Even if they beat the Ghanaians, they will need a favor from qualified Portugal in their match with South Korea.
Nonetheless, Diego Alonso’s men are the bookies’ favorites in this one at just -138.
Ghana vs. Uruguay Information
- Competition: 2022 FIFA World Cup
- Location of Game: Al Janoub Stadium
- Time: Friday, 2 Dec 2022, 10:00 AM EDT
- How to Watch: Fox Sports
Ghana
Ghana had a tough start to its 2022 World Cup campaign, falling to a narrow defeat to Portugal. They more than played their part, though, scoring two goals in the 3-2 reverse at Stadium 974 in Doha.
Can the Black Stars Get the Job Done?
Ghana was then on the right end of a 3-2 scoreline in their next game in Qatar. Mohammed Kudus was the hero against the South Koreans, netting twice at Education City Stadium, including the 68th-minute winner.
After failing to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, the Black Stars are making up for lost time in Qatar.
Their best performance in a final came in South Africa 12 years ago, where they reached the quarter-finals and were knocked out by Uruguay in controversial circumstances.
Ghana’s Looking for Success
Ghana is looking to win successive World Cup matches for only the second time in their history.
They have been efficient in front of goal in Qatar so far, scoring five of their six shots on target. Three points on Friday will take them through to the last 16.
Ghana will be out for revenge for their 2010 World Cup defeat. Luis Suarez infamously deliberately handled the ball, and Asamoah Gyan went on to miss the resulting penalty. After that, Uruguay went through to the semi-finals on penalties.
Can Ghana get the much-needed win in their final group game on their 2022 World Cup schedule on Friday?
They are the second favorites, but Addo and his boys will fancy their chances of getting over the line.
Ghana Projected Lineup
- Lawrence Ati Zigi
- Tariq Lamptey
- Daniel Amartey
- Mohammed Salisu
- Gideon Mensah
- Thomas Partey
- Salis Abdul Samed
- Mohammed Kudus
- Andre Ayew
- Jordan Ayew
- Inaki Williams
Ghana Injuries
No current injuries
Uruguay
The current Uruguay World Cup standings make tough reading for their supporters, as Celeste heads into their final group game at the bottom of the pile in Group H. With just one qualification place up for grabs, reaching the last 16 is out of their hands.
Will the Uruguayans Edge Past the Ghanaians Once Again?
However, Uruguay will sneak into the knockouts if they beat Ghana and Portugal picks up a positive result against South Korea in the other game.
It has been a tough tournament for Uruguay up to now. They kicked off their time in Qatar with a goalless draw with the South Koreans at Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan.
Uruguay then fell to a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Portugal in Lusail in game two. Alonso’s troops had their chances, especially in the first period, but two second-half Bruno Fernandes goals did the damage for the Portuguese.
Find out in our Ghana vs Uruguay picks whether we think the Uruguayans will sneak into the last 16 on the final day of Group H.
Uruguay Projected Lineup
- Sergio Rochet Alvarez
- Sebastian Coates
- Diego Godin
- Jose Maria Gimenez
- Mathias Olivera
- Matias Vecino
- Rodrigo Bentancur
- Federico Valverde
- Guillermo Varela
- Maxi Gomez
- Darwin Nunez
Uruguay Injuries
Ronald Araujo
Ghana vs. Uruguay Pick and Prediction
The only previous meeting between Ghana and Uruguay was that memorable quarter-final in South Africa 12 years back.
The Ghanaians were extremely unfortunate in that one, but they have a great chance to repair some of that damage by beating Uruguay on Friday.
Worryingly for Ghana, the Uruguayans have never lost a World Cup match against African opposition.
Who to Bet On?
They have drawn two and won two in normal time, but they needed penalties to get past the Ghanaians in 2010. Check out our Ghana vs Uruguay picks and predictions below.
We can see these two nations playing out another draw on Friday. Take advantage of the solid betting odds of +400 for the draw and for both teams to score. For a repeat 1-1 scoreline, you can get the eye-opening price of +700.
Soccer Pick: Draw (+400)
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