England Beats Panama 2-0 to Win World Cup Group L
4 verified7 unconfirmed
England secured a 2-0 victory over Panama at MetLife Stadium on Sunday to finish top of Group L in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Jude Bellingham broke the deadlock in the second half before setting up Harry Kane, who scored a record-breaking goal for England. The win ensured England advanced to the round of 32 as group winners, confirming their place in the knockout stage. Manager Thomas Tuchel said the team will step up as the games get bigger.
What’s verified
England defeated Panama 2-0.
Jude Bellingham scored the opening goal.
Harry Kane scored the second goal.
England won Group L and qualified for the round of 32.
Not yet confirmed
The match attendance of 80,663 was reported by a single source.
The specific minutes of the goals (62 and 67) were reported by a single source.
Kane’s goal was his 11th in World Cups, surpassing Gary Lineker’s record, according to a single source.
England will face DR Congo in the round of 32, according to a single source.
Croatia led Ghana 1-0 in the group’s other match, as reported by a single source.
Gary Neville and Roy Keane provided post-match analysis for ITV, as noted by a single source.
Thomas Tuchel’s full post-match comments were quoted by a single source.
Key figures
Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, Thomas Tuchel, Gary Neville, Roy Keane.
Sources: BBC News, Sky Sports
