Ghana vs Panama Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Toronto)
The Ghana vs Panama stats hub tracks Group L Match 21 at Toronto Stadium, where the Ghana national football team meet the Panama national football team. Ghana enter with a lower FIFA ranking but enough attacking talent to threaten in transition. Panama bring the stronger current ranking, higher xG average, and a more productive scoring profile before kickoff.
The match kicks off at 19:00 ET on 17 June 2026 in Toronto. It belongs to the World Cup 2026 Group L schedule, where England and Croatia also shape qualification pressure. The game will be played at Toronto Stadium, while the wider World Cup 2026 stats records tracker will connect this matchup to tournament xG, shots, possession, and player data once official feeds open.
Ghana vs Panama Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Panama hold the stronger pre-match statistical profile through ranking, xG, shot volume, and goals per match. Their public team averages show 1.56 xG, 1.8 goals, 11.44 shots, and 48% possession. Ghana trail in those attacking markers, so their best route starts with transition speed and cleaner final-third decisions.
Ghana still have a path into the game. Their 47% possession average and 8.6 shots per match suggest they may spend longer without the ball, yet their wide forwards can attack space if Panama overcommit. The key difference sits in defensive security because both teams concede more than one goal per match.
Ghana vs Panama Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified pre-match team averages before FIFA publishes official live-event data. The available set covers xG, goals, shots, possession, fouls, clean sheets, and goals conceded. Cards, corners, pass totals, saves, shots on target, and detailed player event data remain yet to be confirmed.
| Stat | Ghana | Panama |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #73 | #34 |
| Possession Avg | 47% | 48% |
| Total Shots Avg | 8.6 | 11.44 |
| Shots on Target Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| xG per Game | 1.03 | 1.56 |
| Goals per Match | 1.1 | 1.8 |
| Goals Conceded Avg | 1.4 | 1.6 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Panama lead the attacking comparison in every verified headline metric. Their 1.56 xG and 1.8 goals per match show stronger chance quality and finishing output than Ghana. The 11.44 shots average also gives Panama a higher baseline for sustained pressure.
Ghana average 1.03 xG and 1.1 goals per match, so their attack needs efficiency rather than volume. Kudus, Semenyo, and Ayew can still punish broken defensive spacing. Ghana’s 13% shot-conversion rate keeps them competitive, but Panama’s 17% rate is the sharper pre-match marker.
| Stat | Ghana | Panama |
|---|---|---|
| Goals per Match | 1.1 | 1.8 |
| xG per Game | 1.03 | 1.56 |
| Total Shots Avg | 8.6 | 11.44 |
| Shots on Target Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Shot Conversion | 13% | 17% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 10% |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Ghana have the better clean-sheet rate, but the defensive gap is narrow. They concede 1.4 goals and 1.30 xG against per match, with clean sheets in 30% of the public sample. That profile suggests Ghana can defend stretches well, though they still allow enough chances to create risk.
Panama concede 1.6 goals and 1.51 xG against per match, with a 10% clean-sheet rate. Those numbers matter because Panama’s attacking edge can be reduced if Ghana turn the match into a transition contest. Both back lines need cleaner first contacts on crosses and second balls.
| Stat | Ghana | Panama |
|---|---|---|
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 10% |
| Goals Conceded Avg | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| xG Against | 1.30 | 1.51 |
| Fouls Avg | 12.1 | 11.25 |
| Tackles Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Saves Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
Possession should be close based on the public averages. Ghana sit at 47%, while Panama sit at 48%, so neither team owns a clear control advantage before kickoff. That creates a match likely decided by ball progression, rest defence, and set-piece discipline.
Full passing data is not available from the official match feed yet. Pass totals, pass accuracy, key passes, long balls, and crossing accuracy stay yet to be confirmed. The strongest current read comes from xG, goals, shot volume, and defensive output.
| Stat | Ghana | Panama |
|---|---|---|
| Possession Avg | 47% | 48% |
| Passes per Game | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Key Passes Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Long Ball Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Player event data will update once FIFA opens the official match feed. Ghana’s card lists Kudus, Ayew, and Semenyo because they shape the team’s creation, experience, and direct running. Panama’s card lists Carrasquilla, Murillo, and Fajardo because they influence midfield control, wide progression, and finishing routes.
Ghana – Mohammed Kudus
Mohammed Kudus gives Ghana their clearest route to chance creation. He can receive wide, carry through pressure, and turn loose defensive spacing into shots or cutbacks. Ghana need his one-v-one threat because their overall shot volume trails Panama.
Panama – Adalberto Carrasquilla
Adalberto Carrasquilla is Panama’s main midfield connector. He can help Panama keep possession, break lines, and feed runners behind Ghana’s midfield. If he controls tempo, Panama’s stronger xG and shot numbers should carry more weight.
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison gives Panama a clear 1.56 to 1.03 lead. That does not guarantee control, but it shows Panama create better scoring value in the available public sample. Ghana need to raise their chance quality rather than rely on low-percentage shots.
The defensive xG numbers keep the match open. Ghana allow 1.30 xG against, while Panama allow 1.51. As a result, both teams can create enough pressure to make the live xG swing quickly after the first clear chance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the better stats in Ghana vs Panama?
Panama lead FIFA ranking, xG, goals per match, shots, and shot conversion. Ghana have the better clean-sheet rate.
What is the xG for Ghana vs Panama?
Ghana average 1.03 xG per match, while Panama average 1.56 xG per match in the current public team data.
How many shots do Ghana and Panama average?
Ghana average 8.6 shots per match. Panama average 11.44 shots per match in the current public sample.
What is Ghana’s defensive record before the match?
Ghana concede 1.4 goals per match, allow 1.30 xG against, and show a 30% clean-sheet rate.
Who are the key players for Ghana vs Panama stats?
Mohammed Kudus, Jordan Ayew, and Antoine Semenyo shape Ghana’s profile. Adalberto Carrasquilla, Michael Murillo, and Jose Fajardo shape Panama’s data.
The Ghana vs Panama stats profile starts with verified pre-match averages and will move to official live data once FIFA opens the match feed.
Panama carry the stronger ranking, xG, shot-volume, and scoring profile.
Ghana still have enough transition quality and defensive resistance to make Group L’s second match competitive.
