Ghana: Yirenkyi Delivers at the Death as Ghana Snatch Dramatic World Cup Victory

Author: allafrica.comPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: Ghana
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Ghana: Yirenkyi Delivers at the Death as Ghana Snatch Dramatic World Cup Victory

Young midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi struck deep into stoppage time to give Ghana a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening Group L match of the 2026 World Cup in Toronto. Substitute goalkeeper Benjamin Asare made crucial saves after Lawrence Ati-Zigi's injury. The result leaves Ghana level on points with England, while Panama and Croatia are without a point.

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