Ghana's dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has extended one of the Black Stars' most impressive records on football's biggest stage.Caleb Yirenkyi's stoppage-time winner in Toronto ensured Ghana continued a remarkable trend that has followed the national team throughout their World Cup history.Since making their tournament debut in Germany in 2006, the Black Stars have never ended a FIFA World Cup campaign without

Viktoria Plzen forward Prince Kwabena Adu fulfilled a lifelong dream on Wednesday night after making his FIFA World Cup debut in Ghana's dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto.The 22-year-old was introduced in the 87th minute by head coach Carlos Queiroz, replacing captain Jordan Ayew as the Black Stars searched for a breakthrough in their opening Group L match.Just eight minutes later, Ghana found the winning goal.Adu played an important role in the move, using his strength

Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante says he understands the importance of roles in football, but he would want to start as many games as possible.The Coventry City forward came off the bench to set up Caleb Yirenkyi's stoppage-time strike as Ghana kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign on a positive note at the BMO Field on Wednesday.Asked about his role in the game, the forward said, "I just wanted to do what I did, really. I would have probably liked a goal as

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz believes his side can â??do something specialâ? after a gritty opening victory over Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.The Black Stars began their Group L journey with a hard-fought 1-0 win at BMO Field in Toronto, where Caleb Yirenkyi struck late to secure all three points after a largely difficult performance in which Panama controlled much of the contest.Despite the unconvincing display, Queiroz pointed to his teamâ??s resilience

Jordan Ayew has etched his name further into Ghanaian football history after becoming only the fourth player from the West African nation to feature at three FIFA World Cup tournaments.The 34-year-old forward reached the milestone during Ghanaâ??s 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Toronto.The appearance marked Ayewâ??s participation in footballâ??s biggest tournament for a third time, having previously represented the Black

Ghana etched their name into the history books on Wednesday after defeating Panama 1-0 in Toronto to become the African nation with the most victories in FIFA World Cup history.The Black Stars secured their sixth World Cup win in just 16 matches, moving ahead of Nigeria at the top of the continentâ??s all-time standings. Nigeria also have six victories but achieved that tally across 21 matches, giving Ghana a superior win rate.The landmark victory came courtesy of a disciplined

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has praised his sideâ??s composure and intelligence after they edged Panama 1-0 in a tense 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L opener in Toronto.The Black Stars endured a difficult evening at BMO Field on Wednesday, struggling to impose themselves as Panama controlled long spells of the match and limited Ghanaâ??s attacking rhythm.However, the game turned dramatically in stoppage time when Caleb Yirenkyi struck the decisive goal to seal all three points

Black Stars winger Antoine Semenyo has called for calm and focus despite Ghanaâ??s dramatic late victory over Panama in their opening Group L clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghana opened their campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win at BMO Field in Toronto, where Caleb Yirenkyi struck in stoppage time to secure all three points after a tightly contested encounter that appeared destined for a goalless draw.The result gave Carlos Queirozâ??s side a winning start, but Semenyo insisted

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew credited patience and perseverance after the Black Stars secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Caleb Yirenkyi emerged as the hero for Ghana, scoring deep into stoppage time after Brandon Thomas-Asante surged forward and delivered a low cross into the six-yard area.The result rewarded a disciplined Ghana performance in which the four-time African champions spent long periods defending against an energetic

Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi has revealed that the match-winning move which secured victory over Panama was the result of meticulous preparation on the training pitch.The FC Nordsjaelland player struck late to hand the Black Stars a 1-0 win in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L opener at BMO Field in Toronto, ensuring a perfect start to Carlos Queirozâ??s campaign.In a tightly contested encounter, Ghana struggled to find rhythm against a well-organised Panamanian side, with

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has highlighted the step-by-step strategy that helped the Black Stars secure a crucial 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday.The Black Stars were second best for large periods of the contest but showed resilience and character before snatching victory through Caleb Yirenkyi deep into stoppage time.Substitute Brandon Thomas-Asante sparked the decisive move with a rapid counterattack before delivering

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has called on supporters to continue backing the Black Stars after their dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Black Stars secured all three points thanks to Caleb Yirenkyiâ??s stoppage-time winner in Toronto, where Ghana overcame a spirited Panama side in challenging conditions.Panama looked the more dangerous team for long periods and nearly opened the scoring on several occasions. Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz praised his players' resilience after Caleb Yirenkyiâ??s stoppage-time strike secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in the Black Starsâ?? opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The midfielder scored in the fifth minute of added time at BMO Field in Toronto, finishing from close range after Brandon Thomas-Asante led a swift counter-attack and delivered a precise cross into the penalty area.The victory gave Ghana a winning start in

There is an injury concern for Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi after Ghanaâ??s hard-fought victory over Panama in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Black Stars secured a dramatic late win in Group L on Wednesday night, but attention after the game has shifted to the condition of Ati-Zigi after he was forced off at halftime.Carlos Queiroz named a strong starting XI for Ghanaâ??s opening match, with Lawrence Ati-Zigi starting in goal ahead of Benjamin Asare.The St. Gallen

â??Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has urged his players to brace for even tougher battles as the Black Stars prepare for their highly anticipated clash against England following their dramatic victory over Panama in their 2026 World Cup opener on Wednesday night.The West African giants left it late to secure all three points, with substitute midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi slotting home the winner deep into stoppage time.The Black Stars were pushed to their limits by a determined Panama

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has heaped praise on his players following the Black Stars narrow victory over Panama in their 2026 Word Cup opening game on Wednesday night.The West African football heavyweights left it late to secure the three maximum point at stake, with entering midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi slotting home the match-winner deep into stoppage time.The Black Stars were pushed to their limits by a determined Panama side in Toronto, but the team showed resilience, composure

Scotland could seal an early qualification to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they face 2022 semi-finalists Morocco at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough on Friday.The Atlas Lions, meanwhile, know that victory could see them leapfrog the Scots and tighten the race for progression from a tightly contested group.In this article, we preview the high-stakes Group C clash as the 2026 World Cup group stage enters round two.Match News and Current FormScotland have made an

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has delivered its fair share of drama, and Caleb Yirenkyi is right at the heart of it.The 20-year-old Ghanaian made history on Wednesday, scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner against Panama to become the Black Stars' youngest-ever goalscorer in tournament history.His 92nd-minute strike at BMO Field in Toronto not only secured three vital Group L points but also highlighted a growing trend at this year's tournament.The only two winning goals scored

Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi made history on Wednesday, netting a dramatic stoppage-time winner against Panama in Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup opener to become the Black Stars' youngest-ever goalscorer in tournament history.The youngster struck deep into added time to break a tense 0â??0 deadlock at BMO Field in Toronto. The goal secured three vital Group L points for Ghana and instantly etched Yirenkyi's name into the record books.By scoring at 20 years