Two MLS players featured for Panama as they returned to the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2018, falling 1-0 against Ghana at Toronto Stadium on Wednesday evening.

The versatile Carlos Harvey, who can play both midfield and defense for Minnesota United FC, patrolled the center of the park for Panama on Wednesday night, going the full 90 minutes in his World Cup debut.

The 26-year-old was a key contributor on both ends of the pitch, creating two chances and notching 13 defensive actions during his 29th cap for his country.

Originally joining MLS with LA Galaxy in 2020, Harvey signed for Minnesota in 2024 after a stint with USL Championship side Phoenix Rising. He has been a mainstay in the Loons' lineup ever since.

San Diego FC midfielder Aníbal Godoy came off the bench for Los Canaleros in their opening defeat, extending his run as Panama's most-capped player of all time (158 appearances).

Playing in both World Cups his country has qualified for, Godoy entered in the 90th minute before Panama conceded a stoppage-time goal that handed Ghana all three points.

The veteran midfielder previously represented the San Jose Earthquakes and Nashville SC.

Panama qualified for the 2026 World Cup by topping Concacaf qualifying Group A with 12 points.

They will conclude Group L play with matches against Croatia (June 23) and England (June 27).