Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Kickoff 7:00 PM ET at BMO Field, Toronto
Ghana vs Panama - Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 23
Wed, Jun 17
Date
7:00 PM
Kickoff (ET)
Group Stage
Round
L
Group
Where to watch Ghana vs Panama
All countries →Official rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.
- FOX(TV, English, FOX + FS1)
- Telemundo(TV, Spanish, Telemundo + Universo)
- Peacock(stream, Spanish, all 104 matches)
- FOX Sports App(stream, English, FOX live stream)
- BBC(TV, Free-to-air, BBC One/Two)
- BBC iPlayer(stream, Free)
- ITV(TV, Free-to-air, ITV1)
- ITVX(stream, Free)
- SBS(TV, Free-to-air)
- SBS On Demand(stream, Free)
- TF1(TV, Free-to-air)
- beIN Sports(TV, Premium)
- La 1 (RTVE)(TV, Free-to-air)
- RTVE Play(stream, Free)
- TV Pública(TV, Free-to-air)
- DSports(TV, Premium)
- Telefe(TV, Selected matches)
- KBS / MBC / SBS(TV, Pool coverage)
- Coupang Play(stream, Streaming)
Rights and channel assignments verified ahead of the tournament. Live channel for FOX (US English) and Telemundo (US Spanish) splits between primary and secondary networks per match . check the rights-holder's schedule on match day for the exact channel.
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Match-day essentials - BMO Field
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag max 12"×6"×12" or 1-gallon Ziploc. No backpacks.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only at all concessions and merchandise.
Best way to get there
Walking from Union Station (recommended)
5-min walk from Union Station / harbourfront. Most downtown Toronto hotels are 15-30 min on foot.
When to arrive
Arrive 90 min before kickoff. BMO Field is small (~30,000 capacity, expanding for World Cup) - everything fills fast on match days.
Venue
Toronto, Ontario - 45,000 capacity - Open roof
BMO Field is the smallest World Cup venue at 45,000 but punches above its weight as Canada's national football home. Sitting on the Lake Ontario waterfront at Exhibition Place, it underwent a $157.9 million renovation for WC 2026 and hosts 5 matches including a Round of 16 game. The CN Tower is visible from the stands - one of the most iconic urban backdrops at any WC venue.
Address
170 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3, Canada
About This Match
Ghana face Panama in the Group Stage of Group L on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Ghana are ranked #74 in the world and managed by Otto Addo; Panama sit at #34 under Thomas Christiansen. The match kicks off at 19:00 local time at BMO Field in Toronto.
Ghana
Ghana, the only African nation to reach a World Cup quarter-final this millennium (South Africa 2010), arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a renewed sense of purpose under the returning Otto Addo. The Black Stars have a proud World Cup tradition and a talented squad - Arsenal's Thomas Partey brings Premier League class in midfield, while the mercurial Mohammed Kudus and the electric Kamaldeen Sulemana provide attacking flair. Group L against England, Croatia, and Panama is a balanced draw where Ghana can realistically challenge for a knockout place. West Africa's most successful World Cup nation, Ghana carry the hopes of the continent alongside Morocco and Senegal.
Read Ghana preview →Panama
Panama make their third consecutive World Cup appearance in 2026, cementing their status as a genuine CONCACAF force after a rapid rise in Central American football. Los Canaleros, coached by Danish-born Thomas Christiansen, qualified with a mix of MLS players and Central American-based talent that reflects the growing depth of Panamanian football. Group L against England, Croatia, and Ghana is their toughest group in three World Cup cycles, but Panama's physical, hard-running style makes them competitive opponents who can take points from anyone. Their passionate support base and the national pride invested in each World Cup appearance makes Panama one of the tournament's most colourful participants.
Read Panama preview →Recent Form
Last results for Ghana and Panama in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Ghana
D- Jun 2at Wales1-1
Panama
DWL- Jun 6vs Bosnia and Herzegovina1-1
- Jun 3vs Dominican Republic4-2
- May 31at Brazil2-6
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Ghana are the market favourite to win Group L.
Ghana
Panama
Where to Watch Ghana vs Panama
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Ghana vs Panama - FAQ
When is Ghana vs Panama in the 2026 World Cup?+
Ghana vs Panama is on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 with kickoff at 19:00 local time at BMO Field in Toronto.
Where is Ghana vs Panama being played?+
The match is at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario. Capacity 45,000, Open roof.
What round is Ghana vs Panama?+
It's a Group Stage (Group L) match - match number 23 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to BMO Field for Ghana vs Panama?+
Walking from Union Station (recommended): 5-min walk from Union Station / harbourfront. Most downtown Toronto hotels are 15-30 min on foot.
What time should I arrive at BMO Field?+
Arrive 90 min before kickoff. BMO Field is small (~30,000 capacity, expanding for World Cup) - everything fills fast on match days.
What is Ghana's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Ghana is ranked #74 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Otto Addo. Their best World Cup result is Quarterfinal.
What is Panama's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Panama is ranked #34 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Thomas Christiansen. Their best World Cup result is Group Stage.