Ghana snatch it at the death
Ghana claimed a dramatic 1–0 victory over Panama in Group L of the World Cup 2026 hub, with Yirenkyi popping up deep into stoppage time to settle the contest. The goal, scored in the 90+5th minute, was the defining moment of a tight encounter that looked to be heading for a goalless draw.
It was a painful outcome for Panama, who held firm for the vast majority of the match only to concede at the very end.
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The win moves Ghana onto three points from their opening game, drawing them level with England, who also won their Group L fixture. Panama and Croatia both sit on zero points after one match apiece. Every team in the group has played once, meaning the standings remain tight and the pressure is already building on both Panama and Croatia.
For the live World Cup 2026 standings, Ghana and England share top spot on three points, separated only by goal difference and further results to come.
Panama will need a response in their next fixture to keep their tournament hopes alive, while Croatia face a similar must-improve situation after their opening-day defeat.
Ghana dig deep
For long stretches, it appeared Panama would secure a point, but Yirenkyi had other ideas. The 90+5th-minute strike sealed all three points for Ghana and sent them level with England at the summit of Group L — a strong start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.