Ghana will face Panama in the opening match of Group L of the 2026 World Cup.
The African representative won a convincing ticket with 8 wins, 1 draw and only 1 loss in the qualifiers, thereby leading Group I of the African region.
However, after the victory over Comoros in October 2025, Ghana parted ways with coach Otto Addo amidst the team's period of instability. Before the World Cup, they extended a 7-match winless streak, including 1 draw and 6 defeats, including losses to Austria, Germany and Mexico.
The person assigned to revive Ghana is Carlos Queiroz. This experienced strategist continues to participate in the World Cup after leading Iran in Qatar 2022.
Meanwhile, Panama aims to improve their performance after their first World Cup appearance in 2018, losing all 3 group stage matches. The new format with slots for third-placed teams opens up more opportunities for the CONCACAF representative.
Panama showed stability in the qualifiers when they were unbeaten in 6 matches, including 3 wins and 3 draws. Although the friendly results were not really outstanding, including a 2-6 defeat to Brazil, coach Thomas Christiansen's team still left many positive signs.
The match between Ghana and Panama at the 2026 World Cup takes place at 06:00 on June 18, live on VTV3, VTV6, VTV9, VTV10, VTVgo.
Live stream link:
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