Ghana defender Marvin Senaya has emerged as one of the standout performers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, leading the tournament rankings for tackles won per game.
The AJ Auxerre full-back, who switched his international allegiance from Togo to Ghana earlier this year, has been a defensive rock for the Black Stars in North America. According to Sofascore, Senaya averages an impressive 6.0 tackles per game - comfortably ahead of some of the world's most celebrated midfielders.
1. Marvin Senaya (Ghana) – 6.0
2. Aurelien Tchouameni (France) – 5.0
3. Matias Galarza (Paraguay) – 5.0
4. Pedro Vite (Ecuador) – 4.7 5. Juan Caceres (Paraguay) – 4.5
6. Nathaniel Brown (Germany) – 4.3
Senaya's inclusion above the likes of France's Tchouameni, a Champions League winner with Real Madrid, highlights the quality of his performances on the global stage.
The 25-year-old played every minute of Ghana's group-stage campaign, featuring in the 1-0 victory over Panama, the goalless draw against England, and the 2-1 defeat to Croatia. His defensive contributions have been crucial, providing a solid foundation for Carlos Queiroz's side.
Senaya's performances have validated his decision to represent Ghana over Togo, with the defender showing exactly why he deserves a starting spot on each matchday.
With Ghana set to face Colombia in the round of 32 on July 3, Senaya's defensive prowess will be vital if the Black Stars are to progress further in the tournament.
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