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Ghana’s Black Stars have made a strong start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign after securing a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening Group L fixture. The win came through a late goal from midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, whose stoppage-time strike delivered three valuable points for Ghana in a match filled with tension and tactical battles.
The result marked an important moment for head coach Carlos Queiroz, who began Ghana’s World Cup journey with a difficult but successful assignment. Queiroz, who became one of the few coaches to lead teams at five consecutive World Cups, praised the determination of his players after the victory and highlighted their commitment throughout the match.
Ghana entered the tournament with expectations of returning to the knockout stage for the first time since the memorable 2010 World Cup quarter-final run in South Africa. The Black Stars are competing in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama, with every point expected to play a major role in qualification.
Attention now turns to Ghana’s next major challenge against England, a match expected to test the team’s defensive organisation and attacking ability. Players including captain Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo, Iñaki Williams, Thomas Partey and Mohammed Kudus have been central to discussions around Ghana’s chances at the tournament.
