Ghana edges Panama in World Cup opener with late goal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:15 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Ghana secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their World Cup group stage opener on June 18. Despite dominating possession, Ghana struggled to find a breakthrough against Panama's organized defense. The crucial goal came five minutes into second-half stoppage time when Caleb Yirenkyi converted a cross from Brandon Thomas-Asante. This victory provides Ghana with a vital three points in Group L as they aim for progress in the tournament.
- •Antoine Semenyo played the full 90 minutes for Ghana.
- •Ghana controlled the match despite Panama's counter-attacks.
- •The decisive goal came in the last moments of stoppage time.
- •Ghana now looks to build on this win in their upcoming matches.
- 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — Man City World Cup 2026 Watch: Antoine Semenyo’s dream ending to Ghana vs Panama
"Antoine Semenyo completed all 90 minutes in Ghana’s FIFA World Cup group stage opener against Panama on Wednesday night.Ghana kicked off their World Cup campaign with a dramatic, last-gasp 1-0 victo...
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