News · 6 December 2025
England draw Croatia, Panama, Ghana in World Cup Group
England face Croatia, Panama and Ghana in Group L following Friday's World Cup draw. Scotland received a formidable Group C assignment against five-time champions Brazil, Morocco and Haiti. Wales and Northern Ireland await playoff results but would join Canada, Switzerland and Qatar in Group B if they qualify. Republic of Ireland could face Mexico, South Africa and South Korea in Group A, with all three home nations requiring March playoff victories to secure their places at the expanded 48-team tournament in North America.
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