Ghana striker Brandon Thomas-Asante has acknowledged the disappointment running through the Black Stars camp following their 2-1 defeat to Croatia in the final Group L match at the FIFA World Cup 2026 — though he insists the squad is focused on going deep into the knockout rounds.

The Black Stars fell to Croatia at Philadelphia Stadium on Sunday, a result that left Ghana finishing third in their group. Despite the defeat, Ghana had accumulated enough points from earlier matches to advance to the Round of 32.

Thomas-Asante's honest assessment

Speaking to FIFA.com after the final whistle, Thomas-Asante was candid about the mood inside the dressing room.