Group L · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇵🇦 Panama at World Cup 2026
Panama enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group L alongside England, Croatia, Ghana. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group L
Confederation
CONCACAF
World Cups
2
Best result
Group stage
Host nation
No
Panama group-stage fixtures
Panama plays three group-stage matches in Group L. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Jun 17 | 19:00 ET | 🇬🇭 Ghana vs 🇵🇦 Panama | Group L | BMO Field, Toronto |
| 46 | Jun 23 | 19:00 ET | 🇵🇦 Panama vs 🇭🇷 Croatia | Group L | BMO Field, Toronto |
| 67 | Jun 27 | 17:00 ET | 🇵🇦 Panama vs 🏴 England | Group L | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
Group L opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Panama at the 2026 World Cup
Panamá disputó su primer Mundial en Rusia 2018, donde anotó su primer gol mundialista en el último minuto ante Inglaterra. Los "Canaleros" regresan en 2026 motivados para mejorar aquella experiencia debut y avanzar por primera vez a la fase eliminatoria.
In 2026, Panama faces England, Croatia, Ghana in the group stage. The top two teams in Group L qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Panama post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Panama qualify from Group L?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group L
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group L with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group L
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Panama in at the 2026 World Cup?
Panama is in Group L with England, Croatia, Ghana.
When does Panama play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Panama opens the group stage on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 19:00 ET at bmo.
How can Panama qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group L advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Panama can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Panama appeared in?
Panama has appeared in 2 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Group stage.
What is Panama's best World Cup result?
Panama's best result is Group stage.
Is Panama a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Panama qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Panama play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Panama plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group L opponents: England, Croatia, Ghana. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.