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World Cup 2026 · Group L · FIFA #33
Panama
- Group
- L
- FIFA Rank
- #33
- Pot
- 3
- Formation
- 4-4-2
Group L · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🏴 England | #4 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇭🇷 Croatia | #11 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇵🇦 Panama | #33 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇬🇭 Ghana | #74 | 4 |
Panama's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 23:00 UTC
🇬🇭 Ghana vs 🇵🇦 Panama
Toronto Stadium (BMO Field)
· Toronto · capacity 45,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Ghana's team page →
Matchday 2 · 23:00 UTC
🇵🇦 Panama vs 🇭🇷 Croatia
Toronto Stadium (BMO Field)
· Toronto · capacity 45,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Croatia's team page →
Matchday 3 · 21:00 UTC
🇵🇦 Panama vs 🏴 England
New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium)
· East Rutherford · capacity 82,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See England's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-4-2 ↔ 5-3-2 in deep blocks
Pivot
Aníbal Godoy
Attacking focus
Adalberto Carrasquilla · José Fajardo
Identity
Christiansen's organised CONCACAF outfit anchored by veteran Godoy
Key players
Aníbal Godoy
Adalberto Carrasquilla
Cecilio Waterman
Orlando Mosquera
Panama at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2 (incl. 2026) | Group stage · 2× champion |
How to watch Panama
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: TVMax · RPC
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Panama World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Panama play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Panama's tournament begins Jun 17, 2026 against Ghana at Toronto Stadium, Toronto (23:00 UTC).
Who is Panama's coach at World Cup 2026?
Thomas Christiansen.
What group is Panama in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group L with England, Croatia, Ghana.
What is Panama's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#33 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 3.
Has Panama ever reached a World Cup Group stage?
Panama's best finish is Group stage, reached 2 times. They have appeared at 2 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Panama's captain at World Cup 2026?
Aníbal Godoy.
Where can I watch Panama's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; TVMax · RPC in Panama.