Panama's national team concluded its tour of Africa with a positive result, defeating South Africa 1-2 at the DHL Stadium. The team showed significant improvement compared to their first match in Durban. Under the guidance of Thomas Christiansen, Panama took the lead with a goal from José Córdoba in the 58th minute, but the hosts quickly responded with a powerful long-range strike from Mbekezeli Mbokazi (64'). However, in the final moments of the match, Jiovany Ramos appeared in the 77th minute to secure the victory from a set-piece. "I am very happy. We were more aggressive than on Friday, played better with the ball, had more possession, and created more opportunities," said Christiansen. Panama will make its World Cup debut on June 17 against Ghana at BMO Field in Toronto.
