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Panama at the World Cup 2026: Squad, Manager & Group Guide
Everything you need to know about Panama ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with William Hill News profiling their chances this summer.
Over his six years at the helm, Thomas Christiansen has managed to pull Panama up to 33rd in the FIFA Rankings – above Côte d’Ivoire and Sweden. Even so, expectations are low in a crowded Group L. Panama aren’t expected to get a win at the 2026 World Cup.
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World Cup 2026 Group & Fixtures
| Schedule | Teams and Fixtures |
|---|---|
| Opponents | England, Croatia and Ghana |
| Match 1 | Panama vs Ghana — 18/06/2026 / venue: BMO Field (Toronto Stadium), Toronto, Canada |
| Match 2 | Panama vs Croatia — 24/06/2026 / venue: BMO Field (Toronto Stadium), Toronto, Canada |
| Match 3 | Panama vs England — 27/06/2026 / venue: MetLife Stadium (New York New Jersey Stadium), East Rutherford, New Jersey |
Panama 2026 World Cup FAQs:
Who is Panama’s manager at the World Cup 2026?
Thomas Christiansen is the Panama manager at the 2026 World Cup. The Spaniard has been Panama’s manager since July 2020.
How did Panama qualify for the World Cup 2026?
By finishing at the top of Group A in the CONCACAF Third Round, Panama earned a direct spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Who are Panama’s key players?
Panama will rely on the speed and aerial dominance of centre-backs José Córdoba of Norwich City and Andrés Andrade from LASK if they’re to secure any points at the 2026 World Cup. Going forward, attacking moves will flow through and be dictated by Adalberto Carrasquilla.
What is Panama’s World Cup history?
After failing to escape the groups at the 2018 World Cup, the 2026 tournament will be Panama’s second appearance at the Finals.
- Panama odds to win the World Cup: 1000/1 at William Hill.
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