Thomas Tuchel admits key England worry before World Cup knockout stage begins Three Lions have an obvious problem before they face DR Congo in the round of 32 on Wednesday Evening Standard · Jun 28
World Cup 2026 : 215 goals in record breaking group stage Austria and Algeria went down to the wire in a match full of drama. Austria's last-minute goal means both teams are through to the next round. Celebrations are also due for the Democratic Republic of Congo who have qualified for the first time in their history, thanks to their 3-1… France 24 · Jun 28
Thomas Tuchel gives England injury update in ‘tight race’ for DR Congo England manager Thomas Tuchel has expressed concern over the team's right-back situation ahead of the World Cup knockout stage. First-choice right-back Reece James is battling a hamstring injury, while his replacement Jarell Quansah limped off with an ankle twist during the 2-0 victory against Panama. Quansah's injury adds to existing… The Independent UK · Jun 28
Who England will face in World Cup last 32 as opponents confirmed Three Lions through to knockout phase as Group L winners after 2-0 win over Panama Evening Standard · Jun 28
England remain dysfunctional but a new Jude Bellingham threat gives World Cup hope The England midfielder took over the nervy game against Panama in the second half with a goal and an assist to underline his worth and versatility to Thomas Tuchel The Independent UK · Jun 28
Croatia outmuscle Ghana to take second place in Group L as England beat Panama Croatia saw off Ghana 2-1 on Saturday night at the Philadelphia Stadium to claim the runners-up spot in Group L behind England who overcame Panama 2-0 in New Jersey. Radio France Internationale · Jun 28
Jude Bellingham bends another day to his will after Panama stifle England A joyless England display, football’s equivalent of assembling a wardrobe, was rescued by the No 10 The Guardian - UK · Jun 28
Roy Keane insists Thomas Tuchel ‘doesn’t have a clue’ what his best England XI is Tuchel made five changes for the 2-0 win against Panama but is facing an injury crisis at right-back The Independent UK · Jun 28
FIFA World Cup:'Hey Jude' rings out as Bellingham leads England past Panama Jude Bellingham shone for England in their 2-0 World Cup victory over Panama, scoring the opener and assisting Harry Kane. This performance silenced critics and marked a significant moment after a challenging club season. The Economic Times · Jun 28
England fans remain confident despite ‘unexciting’ Panama win The Three Lions topped their group following the 2-0 victory on Saturday. Evening Standard · Jun 28
England dealt new injury worry as Thomas Tuchel forced into substitution The one negative from England’s crucial win over Panama Evening Standard · Jun 28
England’s creaky defence is a World Cup worry and they need Rice back firing The win over Panama failed to disguise deficiencies at the back and Tuchel’s men will not survive against a top side by going gung-ho The Guardian - UK · Jun 28
Thomas Tuchel makes England World Cup prediction after beating Panama to top group England get the job done in the end after struggling in the first half against Panama Evening Standard · Jun 28
Thomas Tuchel’s Refusal to Select Trent Alexander-Arnold Is Already Haunting England The Three Lions are forced to persevere in spite of their manager’s head-scratching decisions. Sports Illustrated · Jun 28
FourFourTwo · Jun 28 Henry Winter’s England dispatch from MetLife Stadium 'This was a reminder of the importance of Jude Bellingham and the ridiculousness of his harshest critics' Jude Bellingham provided the spark for a listless England once again to inspire a 2-0 victory over Panama - thus sidestepping a potential meeting with Portugal
The Independent UK · Jun 27 The self-inflicted World Cup curse haunting England after uninspiring Panama win Jarell Quansah came off injured after a rocky outing shoehorned at right-back, something that demonstrates a huge flaw in Thomas Tuchel’s selection for the World Cup
Bangkok Post · Jun 27 Bellingham and Kane shine as England sink Panama to top group EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey - Jude Bellingham dragged England out of a rainy New Jersey grind on Saturday, scoring one goal and creating another for Harry Kane as Thomas Tuchel's side beat Panama 2-0 to top Group L and avoid a nervy route through the World Cup knockout phase.
Evening Standard · Jun 27 Three things we learned from England win as crisis might be brewing Marcus Rashford’s performance raises further concerns over England’s wide options
The Independent UK · Jun 27 The two huge issues England must solve before World Cup knockout rounds England 2-0 Panama: There was plenty of toil in a hard-fought win over Panama that nonetheless ensured that England topped Group L
The Independent UK · Jun 27 England player ratings vs Panama: Who inspired victory in nervy World Cup Group L finale? Panama 0-2 England: Goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane ensured the Three Lions go into the knockout stages as World Cup winners
The Independent UK · Jun 27 Harry Kane becomes England’s record World Cup goalscorer as Three Lions beat stubborn Panama IN FULL
France 24 · Jun 27 World Cup 2026: England labour past Panama to top Group L as Croatia reach knockouts Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored early in the second half to help England overcome a stubborn Panama side 2-0 and seal top spot in their World Cup group. Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 in the group's other match to qualify for the knockout rounds as second.
Evening Standard · Jun 27 England player ratings vs Panama: Jude Bellingham delivers complete performance as Bukayo Saka makes impact Three Lions with a much improved second half performance as Harry Kane also makes history
FourFourTwo · Jun 27 Harry Kane breaks long-standing Gary Lineker record for England, as Three Lions rampage Panama Harry Kane has broken a long-standing Gary Lineker record at the 2026 World Cup for England
The Independent UK · Jun 27 Who will England play next at World Cup? Last-32 opponent and route to final revealed England secured top spot in Group L with a 2-0 win against Panama in New Jersey on Saturday