What time is England vs Panama? Date, UK kick-off time, stadium, squads and commentary

Jun 24, 2026 - 14:30
What time is England vs Panama? Date, UK kick-off time, stadium, squads and commentary

England end their group stage at the 2026 World Cup with a clash against already-eliminated Panama at a slightly later time.

The Three Lions missed the chance to secure top spot in Group L on Tuesday as they struggled to a 0-0 draw with Ghana.

Harry Kane shoots whilst playing for England
England have left themselves with some work to do against Panama
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It now means they’re going to have to win this game to avoid dropping to second and getting a tougher Round of 32 fixture.

England’s 4-2 win over Croatia in their opener and the point against Ghana will see them progress into the knockout stages.

But they’ll want to return to winning ways against a Panama side that has yet to score a goal, having lost both of their games 1-0.

Tensions were high last time out as Thomas Tuchel‘s side were handed a reality check, so he’ll want full focus this time out.

England vs Panama: Date and how to follow

The Three Lions’ final Group L game against Panama will take place on Saturday, June 27.

It will be played at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey – the home of NFL teams New York Giants and the New York Jets.

Kick-off is set for 10pm UK time, which is 5pm local time – both of England’s prior kick-offs have been at 9pm in the UK.

The early forecast in the area is showing temperatures of around 26C, with light rain and 62% humidity.

talkSPORT will have live coverage from the game on Saturday night, with Adrian Durham serving as your host.

General view of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Senegal at New York New Jersey Stadium on June 16, 2026
England’s final group game will be played at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey
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Commentary of the action will be coming from Jim Proudfoot and former England captain Stuart Pearce.

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England vs Panama will also be broadcast on ITV and ITVX.

Thomas Tuchel stands with his arms folded
Tuchel will hope to emulate Southgate’s thrashing of Panama eight years ago
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England vs Panama: Head-to-head

England have only played Panama once before.

That meeting came at the 2018 World Cup as the nations were also in the same group, with the Three Lions winning 6-1.

Gareth Southgate‘s side thrashed the minnows as John Stones scored two, Jesse Lingard netted and Kane bagged a hat-trick.

Felipe Baloy scored a consolation for Panama, their first ever goal in a World Cup match.

England vs Panama: Squads

England

  • Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), James Trafford (Manchester City)
  • Defenders: Dan Burn (Newcastle United), Trevoh Chalobah (Chelsea), Marc Guéhi (Manchester City), Reece James (Chelsea), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Tino Livramento (Newcastle United), Nico O’Reilly (Manchester City), Jarell Quansah (Bayer Leverkusen), Djed Spence (Tottenham Hotspur), John Stones (Manchester City)
  • Midfielders: Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest), Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Eberechi Eze (Arsenal), Jordan Henderson (Brentford), Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
  • Forwards: Anthony Gordon (Barcelona), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Noni Madueke (Arsenal), Marcus Rashford (Barcelona, loan from Manchester United), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Ivan Toney (Al-Ahli), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)

Panama

  • Goalkeepers: Orlando Mosquera, Luis Mejia, Cesar Samudio.
  • Defenders: Cesar Blackman, Jorge Gutierrez, Amir Murillo, Fidel Escobar, Andres Andrade, Edgardo Farina, Jose Cordoba, Eric Davis, Jiovany Ramos, Roderick Miller.
  • Midfielders: Anibal Godoy, Adalberto Carrasquilla, Carlos Harvey, Cristian Martinez, Jose Luis Rodriguez, Cesar Yanis, Yoel Barcenas, Alberto Quintero, Azarias Londono.
  • Forwards: Ismael Diaz, Cecilio Waterman, Jose Fajardo, Tomas Rodriguez.

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