Panama exits World Cup with valiant effort against England

Panama Bows Out of the FIFA World Cup with Pride

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – The FIFA World Cup 2026 continued with Panama losing 2-0 against England in Group L on Saturday at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA.

Jose Luis Rodriguez had Panama’s first dangerous opportunity in the 26’, striking a powerful left-footed strike from the left side of the box to force a save from Jordan Pickford.

Panama goalkeeper Orlando Mosquera made a key save in the 57’ to deny a potent Harry Kane strike from short distance.

England took the lead in the 62’ on a breakthrough goal from Jude Bellingham. Harry Kane found the back of the net in the 67’ to further the advantage and become England’s all-time scorer in World Cups.

Los Canaleros exit the 2026 edition with a 0-0-3 record and fourth place in Group L.