Ghana and Panama set to clash in Group L opening of the 2026 World Cup

Ghana and Panama meet in the first round of Group L at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on 17 June 2026. The match starts at 20:00 Brasília time (19:00 Chile time) at Toronto’s BMO Field in Canada. The group also includes England and Croatia, making the opening game crucial for both sides' chances of advancing.

Ghana, coached by Carlos Queiroz, will line up with goalkeeper Lawrence Ati‑Zigi and a forward line featuring Iñaki Williams, Jordan Ayew and Antoine Semenyo. Panama, under Thomas Christiansen, is expected to start goalkeeper Orlando Mosquera with a midfield that includes Aníbal Godoy and forward Ismael Díaz. Broadcast in Brazil and Chile is via Cazé TV on YouTube and streaming platforms such as Prime Video, Disney+, DSports+, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+ and DAZN. The match will be free to stream in Brazil and available on pay‑TV in Chile.