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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Rich Booth

England already guaranteed World Cup knockout rounds before Panama match

  • England has secured its place in the World Cup knockout rounds ahead of their final Group L match against Panama .
  • Their qualification was confirmed after Uruguay's defeat by Spain on Friday night.
  • Thomas Tuchel's team is guaranteed to be among the top eight third-placed finishers, ensuring progression regardless of their result against Panama.
  • England aims to finish top of Group L, which they can achieve by matching Ghana's result against Croatia.
  • Topping the group would set up a last-32 tie in Atlanta against a third-placed team, currently projected to be Senegal or DR Congo.

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