FIFA World Cup 2026: Caleb Yirenkyi's stoppage-time goal lifts Ghana over Panama
Ghana defeated Panama 1-0 in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 match following a late stoppage-time goal by Caleb Yirenkyi. The match was marked by a defensive struggle and a goalkeeper injury for Ghana.
Why it matters
The result impacts the standings in Group L, influencing the tournament trajectory for both nations in the global sporting event.
Caleb Yirenkyi completed a sweeping counterattack with a tap-in goal in the fifth minute of second-half stoppage time, lifting Ghana to a 1-0 win over Panama in both teams’ opening World Cup match on Wednesday in rainy Toronto.
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