England Can Clinch Top Spot In Group L With Victory Over Panama
New York/New Jersey Stadium, USA | 2026 World Cup Group I | Saturday, June 27 | 10pm BST
Having stumbled against Ghana last time out, the Three Lions are looking to get back to winning ways. And here at BetVictor News, we deliver the in-depth Panama vs England preview – including the score prediction, overall H2H record, team news, latest odds, the best betting angles and more.
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Panama Vs England Preview
Ghana in 2026, Denmark in 2024, USA in 2022 and Scotland in 2020. There’s no denying that second-game syndrome in major tournaments is very real as far as the Three Lions are concerned. Thomas Tuchel’s gamble didn’t pay off against the Black Stars on Tuesday which extended the run to four on the bounce.
However, the Panama vs England odds strongly imply that a struggle won’t ensue against the goalless and pointless Red Tide in New Jersey on MD3. On reflection, the 0-0 draw against the Africans wasn’t all doom and gloom.
The most glaring takeaways were the lack of urgency from the wide players and failure to conjure up a plan B. Noni Madueke and Anthony Gordon failed to shine but the Ghanians did defend superbly. But from a supporters perspective, Tuchel’s side must show more fight and be more clinical against the Panamanians in New Jersey.
Panama Vs England H2H Record
There has only been one meeting between Panama and England which occurred at the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Harry Kane (3), John Stones (2) and a Jesse Lingard thunderbolt helped the Three Lions to a 6-1 group stage success. Felipe Baloy replied for the Red Tide which was their first-ever goal on the global stage.
Panama vs England H2H record:
- June 24, 2018 – England 6-1 Panama (World Cup)
Panama Vs England Team News
Having come off the bench against Ghana on Tuesday, Bukayo Saka is almost certain to start ahead of Arsenal teammate Noni Madueke. Whereas Marcus Rashford is in line to get the nod over Anthony Gordon. On the injury front, there are doubts surrounding the fitness of Declan Rice and Reece James.
Meanwhile, Panama have serious doubts over Adalberto Carrasquilla and Anibal Godoy. Although, the latter did play a minute against Croatia last time out. Marseille right-back Amir Murillo is set to keep his place in defence.
Panama’s last six in all comps:
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England’s last six in all comps:
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Panama Vs England Predicted Lineups
Panama predicted lineup:
Mosquera; Murillo, Cordoba, Ramos, Andrade, Blackman; Martinez, Barcenas, Harvey, Rodriguez; Fajardo
England predicted lineup:
Pickford; Spence, Guehi, Konsa, O’Reilly; Mainoo, Anderson; Madueke, Bellingham, Rashford; Kane
Panama Vs England TV Channel, Live Streaming And Radio
Panama vs England is available to watch live in the UK on ITV1 (kick-off 10pm). Streaming is also available on ITVX. Followers can also tune in via BBC Radio 5 Live.
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Panama Vs England Betting Angles
Key Match Stats
- The last World Cup meeting between these nations ended in a 6-1 win for England. It’s the Three Lions largest World Cup win
- Panama World Cup stats – The Red Tide have already been eliminated after back-to-back 1-0 losses
- England World Cup stats – The Three Lions are undefeated in their last six World Cup games versus CONCACAF opponents (W3, D3)
Top Betting Angles for Panama vs England
Over 3.5 goals: England need a statement win and the Panamanians lowly confidence should be evident. Online at 11/10.
BTTS (No): Panama have only scored in two of their five World Cup matches. Available at 3/5.
Anytime goalscorers: Harry Kane (1/2), Marcus Rashford (7/5), Bukayo Saka (7/5) and Ollie Watkins (8/13) all offer value.
Panama Vs England Prediction
Although Panama will be jetting back home this weekend, they have only lost by a single goal against Ghana and Croatia. However, England need to showcase their World Cup betting odds as one of the pre-tournament favourites and we fully expect to Three Lions to roar to a sizable victory.
Prediction: Panama 0-4 England (8/1)
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