England’s stars help flip World Cup narrative in win over Panama to close group play
England defeated Panama 2-0 in their final group match of the 2026 World Cup, with Jude Bellingham scoring and Harry Kane adding a second goal. The win secured the top spot in Group L and eased concerns after a goalless draw with Ghana and criticism of manager Thomas Tuchel's selections. Injuries to Reece James and the omission of several midfielders were highlighted, but the team rallied in the second half to clinch the victory.
- ▪Jude Bellingham opened the scoring for England before Harry Kane sealed a 2-0 win over Panama.
- ▪The result ensured England finished first in Group L and advanced to the knockout stage.
- ▪The match followed a 0-0 draw with Ghana that had intensified scrutiny of Thomas Tuchel's squad choices.
- ▪Reece James missed the game due to injury, with Jarell Quansah stepping in at right back.
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World Cup 2026 Soccer England’s stars help flip World Cup narrative in win over Panama to close group play By Christian Arnold Published June 27, 2026, 8:01 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Maybe that will calm some of the nerves of England’s fanbase, hoping to see the Three Lions win a World Cup for the first time in 60 years. Manager Thomas Tuchel had already been hearing the second-guessing of his roster choices after England played to a scoreless draw against Ghana earlier in the week, and the pitchforks were being readied after an admittedly lackluster first half on Saturday against Panama, with plenty still on the line.
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