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Panama
PAN
VS
England
ENG
June 27, 2026
17:00 ET
MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey, USA
ধারণক্ষমতা: 82,500
Panama arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 1 previous appearance, their best result being Group stage (2018). England have 16 appearances on football's biggest stage, with a best finish of Winners (1966). Both sides qualified via CONCACAF play-off winners and UEFA Group I winners respectively. This is a rare inter-confederation clash: Panama of Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football against England of Union of European Football Associations. Nations from different confederations meet infrequently outside World Cup tournaments.
Panama vs England — Tactical Formation Diagram
Starting XI to be confirmed closer to kick-off Panama vs England at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Tactical Formation Diagram
Hover or tap an expected starter to open the full player profile and compare both tactical systems.
Panama 5-4-1 4-3-3 England
1 Luis Mejía 
4 Fidel Escobar 
5 Román Torres 
2 Michael Murillo 
3 Eric Davis 
6 Aníbal Godoy 15 Erick Davis 
8 Adalberto Carrasquilla 
10 Édgar Bárcenas 
9 José Fajardo 
7 Alberto Quintero 
1 Jordan Pickford 
2 Trent Alexander-Arnold 
5 John Stones 
6 Harry Maguire 
3 Luke Shaw 
4 Declan Rice 
8 Jude Bellingham 
10 Phil Foden 
7 Bukayo Saka 
9 Harry Kane 
11 Marcus Rashford Panama (5-4-1)
England (4-3-3)
Panama
5-4-1 · কোচ: Thomas Christiansen · Full venue profile
Substitutes Bench
England
4-3-3 · কোচ: Thomas Tuchel · Full venue profile
Substitutes Bench
Panama vs England — Historic Context & Meeting Record
World Cup pedigree, confederation background, and what this fixture means for both nations.
England lead the all-time series 1-0-0 across 1 senior international meetings.
| বছর | Confederation | Opened | স্কোর |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jun 2018 | FIFA World Cup | Nizhny Novgorod, Russia | England 6–1 Panama |
Panama
ConfederationConfederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football
World Cup Apps1
Best ResultGroup stage (2018)
QualificationCONCACAF play-off winners
England
ConfederationUnion of European Football Associations
World Cup Apps16
Best ResultWinners (1966)
QualificationUEFA Group I winners
📍 Venue Fact Sheet — MetLife Stadium
Opened2010
SurfaceFieldTurf Classic
ক্ষমতা82,500
ArchitectHOK Sport
WC 2026 Matches7
Notable EventsSuper Bowl XLVIII (2014), Copa América Centenario Final (2016)
Notable Matches at This Venue
| বছর | Confederation | Manager | স্কোর |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Super Bowl XLVIII | Seattle Seahawks vs Denver Broncos | Seattle 43–8 Denver |
| 2016 | Copa América Centenario Final | Chile vs Argentina | Chile 0–0 Argentina (4–1 pens) |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup | 7 matches scheduled | TBC |
Team Form & Recent Outings
A deep dive into how Panama দেখুন England arrive at the World Cup based on their last five competitive fixtures.
Panama
WDLDW
2W 2D 1L · 7 GF · 4 GA · 1 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
W 2-1
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs South Africa (A)
D 1-1
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs South Africa (A)
L 0-1
22 Jan 2026 · Friendly · vs মেক্সিকো (H)
D 1-1
18 Jan 2026 · Friendly · vs Bolivia (A)
W 3-0
18 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs El Salvador (H)
England
WWWDL
3W 1D 1L · 10 GF · 2 GA · 3 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
L 0-1
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs জাপান (H)
D 1-1
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Uruguay (H)
W 2-0
16 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Albania (A)
W 2-0
13 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Serbia (H)
W 5-0
14 Oct 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Latvia (A)
Key Players to Watch
Six individuals who could decide the outcome of Panama vs England at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Panama
Player to Watch
José Fajardo
76 caps · 1 goals
Most carries into opposition box
José Fajardo has been instrumental in Panama's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Rolando Blackburn
51 caps · 16 goals
Leads squad in chances created
Rolando Blackburn is enjoying a career-best season at Ludogorets, translating club form into international impact. Thomas Christiansen relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain Panama's competitive edge.
José Luis Rodríguez
77 caps · 22 goals
Top scorer in qualifying campaign
A mainstay of the Panama national team with over 29 caps, José Luis Rodríguez brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
England
Player to Watch
Harry Kane
50 caps · 30 goals
Most interceptions per 90 in squad
A mainstay of the England national team with over 20 caps, Harry Kane brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Ollie Watkins
89 caps · 4 goals
Captain — 87 caps of experience
A mainstay of the England national team with over 23 caps, Ollie Watkins brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Phil Foden
50 caps · 30 goals
Most interceptions per 90 in squad
A mainstay of the England national team with over 20 caps, Phil Foden brings leadership and technical quality. Their ability to read the game one phase ahead makes them a pivotal figure in England's structure.
Tactical Analysis
A deep dive into how Thomas Christiansen দেখুন Thomas Tuchel will set their sides up tactically for this FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage clash.
Panama — 5-4-1
System Overview
A flexible shape that adapts to opposition pressure.
Attacking Patterns
Panama's set-piece threat is significant — they scored 12 goals from corners and free-kicks in qualifying.
Defensive Shape
Panama drops into a mid-block when leading, compressing vertical space between the lines.
England — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
Panama favours quick transitions within 5 seconds of winning possession — a direct counter-attacking style.
Defensive Shape
England's back three allows them to match Panama man-for-man in advanced areas.
Key Tactical Battle to Watch
The decisive tactical battle will be Panama's back four against England's wing-back system. If Thomas Christiansen can neutralise England's primary creator in central zones, Panama should control the tempo.
Match Prediction & AI Forecast
Six individuals who could decide the outcome of Panama vs England based on squad depth, recent form, and historical head-to-head trends.
AI Forecast
Favouriteইংল্যান্ড
Confidence68%
Likely Scorelines1-2 · 0-1 · 1-3
Factors for Panama
- England enter with superior recent form and tactical cohesion
- England's pressing intensity could exploit Panama's transitional vulnerabilities
Factors for England
- Panama will enjoy vocal home support at Panama's home continent
- Panama have historically raised performance levels in World Cup openers
This forecast is generated by an editorial AI model using squad-depth heuristics and confederation strength indices. It is not a betting tip.
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Tickets & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions — Panama vs England
Who is playing in Panama vs England at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Panama face England on June 27, 2026 at MetLife Stadium. The match features Panama's 5-4-1 system under head coach Thomas Christiansen against England's 4-3-3 shape managed by Thomas Tuchel.
What time does Panama vs England kick off?
Kick-off is scheduled for the local match time shown above. Check your local broadcaster for timezone conversion. FIFA recommends arriving at the stadium at least 90 minutes before kick-off.
Where is Panama vs England being played?
The match takes place at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey, USA. The stadium has a capacity of 82,500 spectators.
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for Panama vs England?
Tickets are available through the official FIFA Ticketing portal at fifa.com/tickets. Categories range from $60 (Category 3) to $450+ (Hospitality). Create a FIFA ID and select your preferred seating tier during the sales phase.
What formation will Panama and England use?
Panama typically line up in a 5-4-1 formation under Thomas Christiansen, while England favour a 4-3-3 system with Thomas Tuchel. Expected lineups are listed in the team sheets above.
Who are the key players to watch in Panama vs England?
For Panama, watch Luis Mejía in attack. For England, Jordan Pickford leads the line. Both teams rely on experienced midfield engines to control tempo.
What TV channel is broadcasting Panama vs England?
Broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are held by Fox Sports (USA), TelevisaUnivision (Mexico), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), ARD/ZDF (Germany), and beIN Sports (Middle East). Check your local listings for the exact channel in your territory.
Has Panama ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Panama have reached the knockout rounds in some tournaments, with their best ever finish being Group stage (2018).
Has England ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
England have reached the knockout rounds in multiple tournaments, with their best ever finish being Winners (1966).
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