Panama vs England Kickoff Time, Date, Venue, Lineups, Live Stream Channels
East Rutherford
Panama vs England is Group L Match 67 at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture is scheduled for 27 June 2026, with kickoff at 17:00 ET / 14:00 PT / 21:00 UTC / 16:00 Panama City / 22:00 BST / 02:00 PKT on 28 June. FIFA Match Centre lists the fixture, and MetLife Stadium lists the event for 5:00 PM local time.
This hub covers kickoff time, date, venue, projected lineups, live stream channels, prediction, H2H, and key stats. England have four points after beating Croatia 4-2 and drawing 0-0 with Ghana, while Panama have lost 1-0 to Ghana and 1-0 to Croatia. England can secure a cleaner knockout route with a professional result. Panama need a sharper attacking display after two narrow defeats.
Panama vs England Match Date and Kickoff Time
Panama vs England takes place on 27 June 2026. East Rutherford local kickoff is 17:00 ET, which is 14:00 PT, 21:00 UTC, 16:00 in Panama City, 22:00 BST, and 02:00 PKT on 28 June.
The timing gives Group L a simultaneous final window with Croatia vs Ghana in Philadelphia. England have control of their own route, while Panama are playing for pride and a first World Cup 2026 point. The live-score page will carry official events when the match begins.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 |
| Local Kickoff | 17:00 ET in East Rutherford |
| Viewer Times | 17:00 ET / 14:00 PT / 21:00 UTC / 16:00 Panama City / 22:00 BST / 02:00 PKT on 28 June |
| Group | Group L – Match 67 |
| Status | Upcoming |
Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford
New York New Jersey Stadium stages Panama vs England in East Rutherford, New Jersey. MetLife Stadium lists the event for Saturday, 27 June 2026, with doors opening at 2:00 PM and kickoff at 5:00 PM. Ticketmaster also lists Match 67 at the East Rutherford venue.
New York and New Jersey create one of the largest matchday settings of the group stage. Supporters should confirm tickets, stadium entry, transport, parking, and bag rules through official event channels before travelling. The stadium will also host the tournament final later in July.
Predicted Lineups
The Panama vs England lineups remain projected until official team sheets arrive. Panama are expected in a 4-2-3-1, with Carrasquilla, Godoy, Murillo, and Waterman central to the plan. England are projected in a 4-2-3-1, with Rice, Bellingham, Saka, Rashford, and Kane carrying the main control and chance-creation roles.
| Team | Probable Shape | Projected XI |
|---|---|---|
| Panama | 4-2-3-1 | Orlando Mosquera; Amir Murillo; Fidel Escobar; Andres Andrade; Eric Davis; Anibal Godoy; Adalberto Carrasquilla; Jose Luis Rodriguez; Ismael Diaz; Yoel Barcenas; Cecilio Waterman |
| England | 4-2-3-1 | Jordan Pickford; Ezri Konsa; Marc Guehi; John Stones; Nico O’Reilly; Declan Rice; Elliot Anderson; Bukayo Saka; Jude Bellingham; Marcus Rashford; Harry Kane |
These lineups should be treated as matchday projections, not confirmed selections. Panama need Carrasquilla to receive cleanly after regains and Murillo to choose forward runs carefully. England need Rice and Bellingham to move Panama’s block before Kane attacks the box.
Panama vs England Live Stream Channels
The Panama vs England live stream channels section focuses on official rights routes. Panama viewers should check RPC TV, TVN, TVMAX, Medcom GO, and TVN Pass. UK viewers should check ITV, STV, ITVX, and STV Player for this England match.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Route | Access Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panama | RPC TV / TVN / TVMAX | Medcom GO / TVN Pass | free or local access |
| United Kingdom | ITV / STV | ITVX / STV Player | free-to-air |
| United States | FOX / Telemundo / Universo | FOX One / FOXSports.com / Peacock | rights-holder access required |
| Canada | CTV / TSN / RDS | TSN app / CTV / RDS platforms | rights-holder access required |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | SBS On Demand | free-to-air |
| India | match-specific channel allocation yet to be confirmed | ZEE5 where listed | rights-holder access required |
Viewers should recheck broadcaster schedules close to kickoff. Country rows reflect current public rights-holder information where available. If a row says match-specific channel allocation is yet to be confirmed, the exact channel remains pending until the broadcaster posts its schedule.
Panama Preview
Panama enter ranked No. 34 in the 11 June FIFA men’s ranking and carry a last-five form line of W-D-L-L-L. They lost 1-0 to Ghana and 1-0 to Croatia, so their Group L tournament is about response, pride, and a first goal. Panama need better support around the striker because England can control long defensive spells.
Thomas Christiansen can build around Mosquera, Murillo, Escobar, Godoy, Carrasquilla, Diaz, Barcenas, and Waterman. Panama’s best route is a compact block followed by fast first passes into wide areas. The key risk is spending too long defending without enough pressure on England’s midfield.
Panama Current Form and Key Players
Adalberto Carrasquilla is Panama’s key route because his ball-carrying, midfield timing, and transition control can change the match script. Murillo gives the right side a release point, while Godoy can slow England’s central rhythm. Panama need compact defending, cleaner counters, and a first Group L goal to trouble England.
England Preview
England enter ranked No. 4 in the 11 June FIFA men’s ranking and carry a last-five form line of W-D-L-W-D. They beat Croatia 4-2 before drawing 0-0 with Ghana, which leaves them in a strong Group L position. England still need urgency because Ghana and Croatia can affect the final order.
Thomas Tuchel can build attacks through Rice, Bellingham, Saka, Rashford, and Kane. England’s best route is controlled possession, width on both sides, and quicker service into Kane around the penalty area. Reece James has been a fitness concern, so the right-back role should be checked again near kickoff.
England Current Form and Key Players
Harry Kane gives England their main penalty-box finishing, link play, and set-piece threat route. Bellingham can break Panama’s midfield line, while Saka can isolate defenders if England move the ball fast enough. England need patient possession, early width, and sharper final-third decisions after the Ghana draw.
Match Prediction
The Panama vs England prediction is England 3-0 Panama. The probability split is 9 percent Panama, 18 percent draw, and 73 percent England. The confidence level is 68 percent because England have the stronger table position, deeper attack, and better scoring profile.
Panama can challenge the pick if they keep the first half scoreless and make set pieces count. England still deserve the edge because their midfield and attacking options give them several ways to open a low block. A controlled England win fits the current form and Group L pressure.
Head to Head Record
Panama and England have one verified senior meeting, and it came at the FIFA World Cup. England beat Panama 6-1 in 2018, with the result still standing as the only direct senior reference point. The 2026 meeting should be judged through current form because the H2H sample is small.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Senior Meetings | 1 |
| Panama Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| England Wins | 1 |
| World Cup Meetings | 1 |
The Panama vs England head to head record gives England a clear historical edge. Panama need a lower-tempo game than the 2018 meeting. England can stay patient because their current Group L position gives them more room to manage risk.
Key Stats Comparison
The stats snapshot gives England the ranking, points, goals, and prediction edge. Live-event numbers such as cards, substitutions, final xG, and shots on target remain yet to be confirmed before kickoff. Panama need a more efficient final-third game than their first two Group L matches showed.
| Stat | Panama | England |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 34 | 4 |
| Opening Results | 0-1 vs Ghana, 0-1 vs Croatia | 4-2 vs Croatia, 0-0 vs Ghana |
| Recent Form | W-D-L-L-L | W-D-L-W-D |
| Prediction Probability | 9% | 73% |
| Group | Group L | Group L |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 50% |
Group L includes England, Ghana, Croatia, Panama. The World Cup 2026 standings will become clearer after Panama vs England and Croatia vs Ghana finish. Readers following the same group can also use the Panama vs England lineups and the Panama vs England prediction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Panama vs England kick off?
Panama vs England kicks off at 17:00 ET / 14:00 PT / 21:00 UTC / 16:00 Panama City / 22:00 BST / 02:00 PKT on 28 June. New York and New Jersey local time is 17:00 ET on 27 June.
Where is Panama vs England being played?
The match is being played at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. The venue is widely known as MetLife Stadium.
Are the Panama vs England lineups confirmed?
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs use current squad roles, tactical shape, and late team-news checks.
What TV channel has Panama vs England?
US viewers should check FOX, Telemundo, Universo, FOX One, FOXSports.com, and Peacock. UK viewers should check ITV, STV, ITVX, and STV Player.
What is the Panama vs England prediction?
The current FWCTimes prediction is England 3-0 Panama. England have the stronger Group L position, while Panama need a compact match to stay close.
Panama vs England gives Group L a final-round match with different stakes on each side. England can protect first place from a strong position, while Panama need a response after two narrow defeats. Official lineups and some country-specific channel allocations remain yet to be confirmed, so the hub should be checked again before kickoff.
