📖 About Panama at the 2026 World Cup
Panama competes at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group L, facing England, Croatia and Ghana in the group stage. The tournament is hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico, featuring 48 teams for the first time.
So far Panama have played 3 matches, recording 0 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses for 0 points with a goal difference of -4 (0 scored, 4 conceded). That places them 3rd in their group.
Explore the full Panama squad, fixtures, live results and statistics on worldcuplivenow.com.
📖 Panama — Profile & Football History
World Cup History
Panama made their FIFA World Cup debut in 2018 in Russia, becoming the 74th nation to qualify. They lost all three group matches, scoring two goals against England. Their qualification was historic, as they secured a spot by finishing third in CONCACAF qualifying.
Honours & Achievements
Panama's main football honours include winning the UNCAF Nations Cup in 2009 and finishing as runners-up in the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2005 and 2013. Their golden era came in the 2010s when they consistently reached the Gold Cup semifinals and qualified for the 2018 World Cup.
Playing Style & Identity
Panama is known for a physical, aggressive playing style with a strong emphasis on defensive organization and set pieces. Their football culture values resilience and teamwork, often relying on counter-attacks and aerial duels. This approach reflects their underdog status in CONCACAF.
Legends & Star Players
Notable Panamanian legends include striker Luis Tejada, the national team's all-time leading scorer, and defender Felipe Baloy, who scored Panama's first World Cup goal. Goalkeeper Jaime Penedo and midfielder Gabriel Gómez are also celebrated for their leadership in the 2018 qualification campaign.
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