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Before Ghana’s clash against Panama, in a small workshop in Bechem, a proud father went about his daily work as a carpenter. But among his tools, wood, and sawdust stood something special — a photo of his son, Caleb Yirenkyi, carefully mounted on the pole.

It was more than just a picture. It was a symbol of belief, sacrifice, hope, and countless prayers from a father who had watched his son chase a dream.

While he worked with his hands in Bechem, his heart was thousands of miles away, cheering for his boy in Ghana’s colours.

Then came the moment.

Caleb Yirenkyi scored the only goal of the game as Ghana defeated Panama 1-0.

The son delivered on the biggest stage. The father watched his faith rewarded.

From a carpenter’s workshop in Bechem to a match-winning moment for an entire nation, this is the kind of story football writes — a story of dreams, family, sacrifice, and destiny.

Caleb Yirenkyi’s goal means that jersey number 3 is now tied as Ghana’s highest-scoring jersey number in FIFA World Cup history.

* Jersey No. 3 - 7 goals (6 by Asamoah Gyan, 1 by Caleb Yirenkyi)
* All other jersey numbers combined: 13 goals

No other jersey number has scored more World Cup goals for Ghana than the number 3.

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