Ghana Opens World Cup with Win Against Panama

Last Updated on June 22, 2026

In their World Cup opener, Ghana emerged triumphant against Panama at Toronto Stadium, securing a 1-0 victory. The match saw a score of 0-0 at halftime before Ghana clinched the win.

A goal was scored right at the death in the 90th minute when Caleb Yirenkyi netted with an assist by Brandon Thomas-Asante to make it 1–0 for Ghana.

Ghana play England on 23 June and Croatia on 27 June. Panama’s next opponents are Croatia on 24 June and England on 27 June.

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