Ghana midfielder who scored the winning goal against Panama at the 2026 World Cup and joined Coventry City for a club-record fee.
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Joy Online
… Ghanaians were given anxious moments until that swift counter-attacking goal engineered by Caleb Yirenkyi and Antoine Semenyo to find Brandon Thomas Asante, who centered for the overlapping Yirenkyi at the near post to beat Panama 1-0 late in their first 2026 World Cup group game …
Counting performances of the Black Stars – at the doom stage?The Ghanaian Times
… The midfield is another critical area he must look at to enforce some changes and consider the possibility of tweaking the Caleb Yirenkyi and Kwesi Sibo partnership that appeared non-existent in Bouake. …
AFCON 2026/27 qualifier… Black Stars aim to bounce back against The Gambia tomorrowJoy Online
… Thomas-Asante set up Caleb Yirenkyi for the only goal of the game in the win over Panama in Ghana’s first game. …
Black Stars: Thomas-Asante receives late call-up for September-October gamesJoy Online
… Meanwhile, Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi was handed his first start in two weeks for Coventry City as they suffered a 3-1 home defeat to Aston Villa in the same competition. …
Jordan Ayew, Yirenkyi feature as Ghanaian trio exit Carabao CupDaily Guide
Caleb Yirenkyi Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has praised Ghana international Caleb Yirenkyi following his impressive start to life at the Championship club. …
Lampard Tips Caleb Yirenkyi To Become Key Player At CoventryDaily Guide
Caleb Yirenkyi Premier League side, Coventry City, have reached an agreement with Danish outfit, FC Nordsjælland to sign Ghana midfielder, Caleb Yirenkyi, in what is set to become the biggest transfer in Danish Superliga history. …
Coventry City Agree Club-Record Deal For Midfielder Caleb YirenkyiThe Ghanaian Times
Coventry are set to break their transfer record for the fourth time in this window after agreeing a £23m fee with Danish side, Nordsjaelland, for the Ghana midfielder, Caleb Yirenkyi. …
Coventry to make Yirenkyi new record signingJoy Online
Ghana international Caleb Yirenkyi is on the verge of becoming the most expensive player ever sold by a Danish club after FC Nordsjælland agreed a record transfer with English Premier League side Coventry City. …
Ghana’s Caleb Yirenkyi set for record €30m move to Coventry CityThe Ghanaian Times
… Supporters also commended Caleb Yirenkyi for his energy and composure whenever he featured, describing him as one of Ghana’s brightest prospects. …
Black Stars exit from World Cup …fans blame technical team for team’s poor showJoy Online
… Suárez picked out the unmarked Jhon Arias at the far post, capitalising on a moment where teenage midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi lost his defensive assignment. …
Internal friction and tactical flaws define Ghana’s 2026 World Cup exitGhana's national football team, led by coach Carlos Queiroz, showed promise with a 1-0 win over Panama and a goalless draw against England at the 2026 World Cup, but lost to Croatia and Colombia in the tournament. The team repeated similar flaws in a subsequent 0-2 AFCON 2027 qualifier loss to Ivory Coast, suggesting no tactical improvements were made during the break.
9 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team, led by coach Carlos Queiroz, showed promise with a 1-0 win over Panama and a goalless draw against England at the 2026 World Cup, but lost to Croatia and Colombia in the tournament. The team repeated similar flaws in a subsequent 0-2 AFCON 2027 qualifier loss to Ivory Coast, suggesting no tactical improvements were made during the break.
9 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars lost 2–0 to Côte d'Ivoire in their opening Group C fixture and now face The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium tomorrow at 4pm in a crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, with coach Carlos Queiroz's squad missing several key players including Mohammed Kudus, Antoine Semenyo, and Jordan Ayew.
28 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Coventry City forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has received a late call-up to the Black Stars for upcoming matches against Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia and Morocco, drafted in as one of two replacements following injuries to Mohammed Kudus and Prince Adu Kwabena.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Jordan Ayew came off the bench as Sheffield United lost to Fleetwood Town, while Caleb Yirenkyi started for Coventry City in their 3-1 home defeat to Aston Villa in Carabao Cup third-round matches. Brandon Thomas-Asante remained an unused substitute for Coventry.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has praised Ghana international Caleb Yirenkyi following his impressive pre-season debut, predicting he will develop into an important player for the club. The 20-year-old midfielder joined Coventry from FC Nordsjaelland in a club-record transfer reportedly worth $30 million.
17 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Coventry City have agreed to sign Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi from FC Nordsjælland for an initial €27 million plus €3 million in add-ons, breaking the club's transfer record. The 20-year-old is expected to complete a medical and sign a long-term deal this week.
6 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Coventry have agreed a £23 million fee with Danish side Nordsjaelland for Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, which will be a record for the Danish top flight and Coventry's fourth transfer record of the window. The 20-year-old, who is a product of the Right to Dream academy and scored the winning goal against Panama at the World Cup, will travel to complete his move.
6 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Caleb Yirenkyi is on the verge of becoming the most expensive player ever sold by a Danish club after FC Nordsjælland agreed a record €30 million transfer with English Premier League side Coventry City, comprising a guaranteed €27 million plus €3 million in performance-related bonuses.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. Fans blamed the technical team's player selection and the team's cautious tactical approach throughout the tournament.
7 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a 1-0 loss to Colombia, has exposed deep-seated frustration within the Black Stars camp over tactical vulnerability, offensive weakness, and squad transition issues. Coach Carlos Queiroz attributed the defensive breakdown to an early injury to Marvin Senaya that disrupted the team's discipline and organisation, allowing Colombia to exploit gaps and score.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has recalled Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, and Caleb Yirenkyi to the starting line-up for a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. The winner advances to face Switzerland in the Round of 16.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars play Croatia at the Philadelphia Stadium tonight needing victory to secure qualification from Group L as group winners or runners-up, having earned four points from two matches against England and Panama.
27 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana drew 0-0 with England in their second Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, leaving the Black Stars second in the group with four points. Coach Carlos Queiroz told fans the team's target remains reaching the knockout stage, with matches against Croatia and Panama still to play.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghanaian Times compares Ghana's group-stage encounter with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the biblical story of Daniel in the Lions' Den, drawing a parallel between Daniel's faith and the Black Stars' challenge against a stronger opponent after Ghana opened with victories against Croatia and Panama.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi was named Man of the Match and awarded an MVP by JAC Motors after scoring the winning goal in Ghana's opening 2026 FIFA World Cup game against Panama.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Coach Carlos Queiroz recalled Thomas Partey to midfield and handed Inaki Williams his first tournament start in Ghana's 4-3-3 formation for Tuesday's World Cup Group L clash against England at Gillette Stadium. Queiroz made four changes overall while retaining the same defensive line from Ghana's opening 1-0 win over Panama.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and England, each with three points from their opening matches, meet in the second group game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium; a win for either side could secure automatic progression to the knockout phase.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars play England's Three Lions in a Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium, with both teams occupying the top two spots and able to secure knockout stage progression with a win. The encounter is historic as it presents the first competitive meeting between the nations, who previously drew 1-1 in a 2011 friendly.
23 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Midfielder Thomas Partey has declared himself ready to play in Ghana's upcoming World Cup fixture against England after missing the opening 1-0 victory over Panama due to visa complications. The 33-year-old Villarreal player said he is prepared to strengthen Ghana's midfield as the team looks to build on momentum toward the knockout stage.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew said Ghana will be ready to face the best teams at the 2026 World Cup, ahead of their second group match against England on June 23. Ghana beat Panama 1–0 in their opening match with a goal from Caleb Yirenkyi in the 95th minute.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England's FA will not direct players on whether to shake hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before their FIFA World Cup Group D match on Tuesday. Partey, who faces criminal charges in England but denies all allegations, is expected to feature after visa issues ruled him out of Ghana's opening win over Panama.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has called on his teammates to remain focused and build on their 1-0 opening victory over Panama as they prepare for their FIFA World Cup Group L fixture against England. Ayew credited the team's improved second-half performance, substitutions, and collective effort for the win and said the character and resilience shown would be crucial against one of the tournament favourites.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Coach Carlos Queiroz has praised teenage sensation Caleb Yirenkyi as a future midfield cornerstone for Ghana following the Black Stars' 1-0 victory over Panama in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. Queiroz clarified that Yirenkyi's best position is midfield, dismissing suggestions he should play at right-back.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars defeated Panama 1–0 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and climbed eight places to 65th in the latest FIFA ranking, up from 73rd. The team next faces England on Tuesday, June 23rd, before playing Croatia in their final group game.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored a stoppage-time goal to give Ghana a 1-0 victory over Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener, but remained modest and attributed the decisive moment to collective team effort and tactical discipline.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Antoine Semenyo was named Most Valuable Player as Ghana defeated Panama 1-0 in their opening Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring the decisive goal in the 95th minute.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Twenty-year-old FC Nordsjelland midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored in the 95th minute to give Ghana a 1-0 win over Panama in their 2026 World Cup opener, breaking Asamoah Gyan's 16-year record for Ghana's latest-ever World Cup goal and becoming the second-youngest Ghanaian to score at a World Cup.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The first week of group matches at the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States featured performances by ten African representatives, with standout moments including Amad Diallo's late winner for Ivory Coast against Ecuador, Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha's draw against Spain, and Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi scoring a 96th-minute winner against Panama.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana defeated Panama in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L match in Toronto, securing a late goal through Caleb Yirenkyi to keep alive their hopes of progressing from the group stage. Supporters across the country celebrated the victory as a timely boost for the Black Stars' tournament hopes.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Caleb Yirenkyi scored the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time as Ghana beat Panama 1–0 in their World Cup opener in Toronto. The team has since arrived in Rhode Island to prepare for their next match against England.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →