World Cup 2026: Queiroz Praises Team’s Determination After Ghana’s Victory Over Panama

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz praised his squad’s resilience, saying they fought like warriors to secure a hard‑won victory over Panama at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Black Stars had secured a crucial 1‑0 win in their opening group‑stage match, navigating a tense battle against a compact, highly organized Panama side.

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Ghana’s fans and players celebrated wildly as Caleb Yirenkyi finished a sweeping counter‑attack with a tap‑in goal in the fifth minute of second‑half stoppage time, giving the team a last‑gasp win.

After the match, Queiroz said the team had to endure but ultimately executed a clever tactical plan.

“We battled like warriors,” said Queiroz.

“We won the game with our brains. First we had to suffer against a great team. They know how to play.”

“We knew they would control the game. But step by step, our strategy was to let them come. This is the way to win.”

Ghana’s next game is against Group L leaders England in Boston on Tuesday, while Panama will hope to end their losing World Cup record when they face Croatia in Toronto on Wednesday.