Ghana 1-0 Panama Result: Ghana Win, Score & Stats

Ghana and Panama before their World Cup 2026 Group L match

FIFA ranking#74Ghana

World Cup appearances4Ghana

Recent form (last 5)LLLLWGhana

Recent form (last 5)WDLDWPanama

World Cup appearances1Panama

FIFA ranking#33Panama

June 17, 2026TorontoGroup LLast updated: June 21, 2026 at 11:32 AM UTCLive Streaming Guide

Key Moments

-Substitution
Before the second half begins Benjamin ASARE (in) comes off the bench to replace ATI (out) (Ghana)
58'Substitution
Brandon THOMAS-ASANTE (in) comes off the bench to replace SULEMANA (out) (Ghana)
58'Substitution
Abdul FATAWU (in) comes off the bench to replace NUAMAH (out) (Ghana)
63'Substitution
FAJARDO (in) comes off the bench to replace Cecilio WATERMAN (out) (Panama)
63'Substitution
Azarias LONDONO (in) comes off the bench to replace Cristian Martínez (out) (Panama)
72'Yellow-card
Cesar BLACKMAN (Panama) is booked by the referee.
74'Substitution
DIAZ (in) comes off the bench to replace J. RODRIGUEZ (out) (Panama)

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Ghana vs Panama Match Result

Full Time

Ghana4-1-2-3

Full Time1 - 0FT

Winner: Ghana

Panama3-4-3

Goals90'+5' Caleb YIRENKYI (Ghana) scores!!

Latest Commentary

45'+6'
The referee brings the first period to an end.
Before the second half begins Benjamin ASARE (in) comes off the bench to replace ATI (out) (Ghana)
45'
The referee signals the start of the second period.

Venue: Toronto Stadium, Toronto
Date: June 17, 2026
Kickoff: Jun 17, 7:00 PM
Attendance: 42,942
Referee: Glenn Nyberg
Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026

Venue local time: Jun 17, 7:00 PM Toronto

Match Statistics

Official record

--Possession--

8Shots11

--Shots on Target--

2Corners2

8Fouls9

1Yellow Cards2

--Red Cards--

4Offsides1

Statistics are shown from the stored official match record.

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Ghana vs Panama Match Result

Ghana beat Panama 1 - 0 in Group L. The result updates the group table and changes what both teams need from their next fixtures.

Final score: 1 - 0
Winner: Ghana
Goals: 90'+5' Caleb YIRENKYI (Ghana) scores!!
Standings: 1. England 7 pts | 2. Croatia 6 pts | 3. Ghana 4 pts | 4. Panama 0 pts Full table
Group: Group L
Updated: 2026-06-18

Live Streaming and TV Channels - Where To Watch

United StatesFOX, FS1, FOX OneOfficial guide

United KingdomBBC, ITVOfficial guide

AustraliaSBSOfficial guide

PakistanTapmad, ARY ZAPOfficial guide

GhanaLocal listingsOfficial guide

PanamaLocal listingsOfficial guide View all countriesCountry TV guide

Broadcast listings can change. Confirm the final channel close to kickoff.

Ghana vs Panama Live Commentary

Full Time

0'
Match Update
Start Time
The referee signals the start of the first period.
1'
AttemptGHA
Offside
Jordan AYEW (Ghana) is ruled offside.
2'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Cecilio WATERMAN (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
2'
AttemptGHA
Goal Prevention
The goalkeeper of Ghana pulls off a save.
5'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Cesar BLACKMAN (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
8'
AttemptPAN
Offside
Cesar BLACKMAN (Panama) is ruled offside.
12'
AttemptGHA
Foul
SEMENYO (Ghana) commits a foul.
15'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Carlos HARVEY (Panama) commits a foul.
16'
CardGHA
Yellow card
Caleb YIRENKYI (Ghana) is booked by the referee.
21'
AttemptGHA
Offside
SULEMANA (Ghana) is ruled offside.
28'
AttemptGHA
Foul
Marvin SENAYA (Ghana) commits a foul.
30'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Carlos HARVEY (Panama) commits a foul.
34'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Carlos HARVEY (Panama) commits a foul.
38'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Jiovany RAMOS (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
44'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Andres ANDRADE (Panama) commits a foul.
45'
AttemptGHA
Offside
SEMENYO (Ghana) is ruled offside.
45'+1'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Jiovany RAMOS (Panama) commits a foul.
45'+5'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Jose CORDOBA (Panama) commits a foul.
45'+6'
Full Time
End Time
The referee brings the first period to an end.
SubstitutionGHA
Substitution
Before the second half begins Benjamin ASARE (in) comes off the bench to replace ATI (out) (Ghana)
45'
Match Update
Start Time
The referee signals the start of the second period.
47'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Carlos HARVEY (Panama) commits a foul.
48'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
Jonas ADJETEY (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
48'
AttemptPAN
Goal Prevention
The goalkeeper of Panama pulls off a save.
50'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Cristian Martínez (Panama) commits a foul.
50'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
Caleb YIRENKYI (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
52'
AttemptGHA
Foul
SULEMANA (Ghana) commits a foul.
53'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Edgar Yoel BARCENAS (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
53'
AttemptPAN
Corner
J. RODRIGUEZ (Panama) takes a corner kick.
58'
SubstitutionGHA
Substitution
Brandon THOMAS-ASANTE (in) comes off the bench to replace SULEMANA (out) (Ghana)
58'
SubstitutionGHA
Substitution
Abdul FATAWU (in) comes off the bench to replace NUAMAH (out) (Ghana)
59'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
Abdul FATAWU (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
60'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Carlos HARVEY (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
60'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Cristian Martínez (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
62'
AttemptGHA
Corner
Abdul FATAWU (Ghana) takes a corner kick.
63'
SubstitutionPAN
Substitution
FAJARDO (in) comes off the bench to replace Cecilio WATERMAN (out) (Panama)
63'
SubstitutionPAN
Substitution
Azarias LONDONO (in) comes off the bench to replace Cristian Martínez (out) (Panama)
64'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Cesar BLACKMAN (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
64'
AttemptGHA
Goal Prevention
The goalkeeper of Ghana pulls off a save.
66'
AttemptGHA
Corner
Abdul FATAWU (Ghana) takes a corner kick.
66'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
SEMENYO (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
67'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
SEMENYO (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
67'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Jiovany RAMOS (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
72'
AttemptPAN
Goal Prevention
The goalkeeper of Panama pulls off a save.
72'
CardPAN
Yellow card
Cesar BLACKMAN (Panama) is booked by the referee.
73'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
Jonas ADJETEY (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
74'
SubstitutionPAN
Substitution
DIAZ (in) comes off the bench to replace J. RODRIGUEZ (out) (Panama)
75'
AttemptGHA
Foul
Jordan AYEW (Ghana) commits a foul.
77'
AttemptGHA
Foul
SEMENYO (Ghana) commits a foul.
78'
SubstitutionGHA
Substitution
Kwasi SIBO (in) comes off the bench to replace Elisha OWUSU (out) (Ghana)
79'
AttemptGHA
Foul
Jordan AYEW (Ghana) commits a foul.
79'
AttemptPAN
Foul
Andres ANDRADE (Panama) commits a foul.
85'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
DIAZ (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
87'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
Edgar Yoel BARCENAS (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
87'
SubstitutionGHA
Substitution
Prince ADU (in) comes off the bench to replace Jordan AYEW (out) (Ghana)
90'
AttemptPAN
Goal Prevention
The goalkeeper of Panama pulls off a save.
90'
AttemptGHA
Offside
Brandon THOMAS-ASANTE (Ghana) is ruled offside.
90'
SubstitutionPAN
Substitution
GODOY (in) comes off the bench to replace Cesar BLACKMAN (out) (Panama)
90'+2'
AttemptPAN
Corner
Edgar Yoel BARCENAS (Panama) takes a corner kick.
90'+5'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
Brandon THOMAS-ASANTE (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
90'+5'
AttemptGHA
Attempt at Goal
Caleb YIRENKYI (Ghana) attempts an effort on goal.
90'+5'
GoalGHA
Goal!
Caleb YIRENKYI (Ghana) scores!!
90'+8'
AttemptGHA
Foul
Prince ADU (Ghana) commits a foul.
90'+9'
AttemptPAN
Attempt at Goal
DIAZ (Panama) attempts an effort on goal.
90'+9'
CardPAN
Yellow card
Carlos HARVEY (Panama) is booked by the referee.
90'+12'
AttemptGHA
Foul
Prince ADU (Ghana) commits a foul.
90'+12'
Full Time
End Time
The referee brings the second period to an end.
102'
Full Time
Match end
The final whistle sounds.

Ghana vs Panama Starting Lineups

The lineups below show the starting XIs used in this World Cup match.

Ghana are listed in a 4-2-3-1 shape and Panama are listed in a 3-4-3 shape. The final team sheets can still change.

Ghana vs Panama Starting Lineups

Lineups: Starting XIThese are the starting lineups recorded for the completed match.Team-sheet check: June 21, 2026 at 11:32 AM UTC

The pitch cards show the starting XIs used in this match, with player photos kept inside the markers.

Ghana4-2-3-1

1Lawrence Ati Zigi

4Jonas Adjetey

14Gideon Mensah

18Jerome Opoku

26Marvin Senaya

3Caleb Yirenkyi

11Antoine Semenyo

15Elisha Owusu

9Jordan Ayew

22Kamaldeen Sulemana

24Ernest Nuamah

Panama3-4-3

22Orlando Mosquera

2Cesar Blackman

3Jose Cordoba

13Jiovany Ramos

14Carlos Harvey

16Andres Andrade

23Amir Murillo

6Cristian Martinez

7Jose Luis Rodriguez

11Edgar Yoel Barcenas

18Cecilio Waterman

Ghana Soccer26Live Player Ratings

Editorial ratings by Soccer26Live, not official FIFA ratings.

Elisha OwusuFWD7.8
Thomas ParteyMID7.6
Jordan AyewPLY7.4
Christopher Bonsu BaahPLY7.2

Full ratings after match

Match Report

Ghana and Panama begin their Group L campaigns in Toronto. Both teams bring athleticism, direct running and a willingness to compete for second balls.

Ghana may look to attack through powerful wide runs, while Panama need control in midfield and accurate delivery from set pieces.

90'+5' Caleb YIRENKYI (Ghana) scores!!

Panama Soccer26Live Player Ratings

Editorial ratings by Soccer26Live, not official FIFA ratings.

Adalberto CarrasquillaFWD7.8
Carlos HarveyMID7.6
Cristian MartinezPLY7.4
Ismael DiazPLY7.2
Cecilio WatermanPLY7.0

Full ratings after match

Ghana Team Profile

Ghana are in Group L.
Carlos Queiroz leads the squad.
The opening match can shape pressure for the next two fixtures.
Set pieces and transition defence should matter.

Panama Team Profile

Panama are in Group L.
Thomas Christiansen leads the squad.
A strong start can make the group table easier to manage.
The first goal should change the tempo quickly.

Ghana vs Panama Key Players To Watch

Ghana carry major influence through Elisha Owusu and Thomas Partey. Panama answer through Carlos Harvey and Cristian Martinez.

Elisha Owusu

Midfielder - Ghana

Important for Ghana in the final third and transition moments.

19: Caps
0: Goals
Threat: Threat

Thomas Partey

Midfielder - Ghana

Important for Ghana in the final third and transition moments.

56: Caps
16: Goals
Threat: Threat

Carlos Harvey

Midfielder - Panama

Important for Panama in the final third and transition moments.

TBC: Caps
MF: Role
Threat: Threat

Cristian Martinez

Midfielder - Panama

Important for Panama in the final third and transition moments.

TBC: Caps
MF: Role
Threat: Threat

Ghana vs Panama Prediction

This looks balanced enough to remain close deep into the second half. Ghana have more individual pace, while Panama can make the game physical and compact.

Ghana Win25%

Draw28%

Panama Win47%

Head-to-Head Record

Ghana wins: TBC | Draws: TBC | Panama wins: TBC

Tactical Preview

Ghana Approach

Ghana should use quick wide attacks and support the striker with runners arriving from midfield.

Panama Approach

Panama can stay compact, slow Ghana’s transitions and use dead-ball situations to create pressure.

Group L Standings

#	Team	P	GD	Pts
1	England	3	4	7
2	Croatia	3	0	6
3	Ghana	3	0	4
4	Panama	3	-4	0

Standings update after completed group matches.

What's Next?

England vs GhanaJun 23, 2026 - 8:00 PM UTC

Panama vs CroatiaJun 23, 2026 - 11:00 PM UTC

Ghana vs Panama FAQ

Who won Ghana vs Panama?

Ghana won 1 - 0 against Panama.

When is Ghana vs Panama at World Cup 2026?

Ghana vs Panama is on June 17, 2026 at Toronto Stadium in Toronto. Kickoff is 23:00 UTC | 7:00 PM ET.

Where can I watch Ghana vs Panama live?

Broadcast and streaming depend on your country. Use the TV guide section on this page to open the correct country listing.

Are the Ghana vs Panama lineups confirmed?

No. The lineups are confirmed until official team sheets are released close to kickoff.

What group is Ghana vs Panama in?

Ghana and Panama are in Group L.

Where is Ghana vs Panama being played?

The match is being played at Toronto Stadium in Toronto.

Where can I follow Ghana vs Panama live score?

The live score panel on this page will update match status, score and commentary when the game begins.