Late Yirenkyi Strike Seals Ghana’s Dramatic Win Over Panama in Toronto
Ghana secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over Panama in their World Cup 2026 Group L opener in Toronto. Thomas Partey sat out, but Caleb Yirenkyi’s stoppage-time tap-in delivered the Black Stars’ first three points. The match looked destined for a draw as both sides defended resolutely. Substitute Brandon Thomas-Asante broke the deadlock by whipping in a pinpoint cross for Yirenkyi to finish in the fifth minute of added time. This result ends Ghana’s winless run in warm-up games and keeps their hopes alive in a tough group. Panama can rue one late defensive lapse that undid their disciplined display.
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