WC 2026 ⚽ · 27 June 2026
England held goalless by Panama at half-time
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England were held to a goalless first half by Panama at a rainy MetLife Stadium on Saturday, struggling to break down a well-organised defence. Panama sat deep in a five-man backline and threatened on the counter, forcing Jordan Pickford into two saves, in a display that echoed England’s goalless draw with Ghana. Already through to the knockout stage, England are chasing top spot in Group L.
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