Match Guide
Panama vs England: World Cup 2026 Match Guide
Panama vs England on June 27, 2026 brings a co-host nation up against one of the tournament's most supported sides. England fans will travel in enormous numbers, while Panama's local Bronx community will create real home-city energy.
Match at a glance
June 27, 2026
5:00 PM ET
New York New Jersey Stadium
Group L
Tickets for Panama vs England
🛍️ Gear up for the match
🎤 Also in NYC: World Championship Boxing at Barclays
Same evening — Jun 27
Full Guide → Get Tickets →England fixtures are among the most in-demand of the tournament. Get tickets directly through Ticketmaster — the official ticketing partner for the 2026 World Cup.
Official tickets for the June 27 match at MetLife Stadium via Ticketmaster.
Official FIFA TicketsPrimary sales and official tournament ticket phases.
FIFA HospitalityPremium access for fans prioritizing certainty.
Continue with the broader World Cup 2026 tickets guide.
Where to stay
Manhattan and broader city options.
Hotels Near MetLifeStay close to the stadium.
Hotels Near Penn StationBest for train access from Manhattan.
Read: Where to stay for the World Cup in NYC.
MetLife Stadium seating guide →
How to get to MetLife Stadium
NJ Transit from Penn Station to Secaucus Junction, then Meadowlands service. Full guide: How to get to MetLife Stadium from NYC.
If you do not have a ticket
Start with Where to watch the World Cup in NYC, browse venues, and see the Panama fan guide and England fan guide.
Group context
This match is part of Group L.
Fan guides for this match
Hotels Near MetLife Stadium
Stay close to the action. Find hotels near MetLife Stadium for World Cup matches.
Players to Watch
Four players who will decide this match — essential reading for casual fans.
Jude Bellingham
Real Madrid • Midfielder
The best midfielder in the world. England's captain. Won La Liga and Champions League in his first Real Madrid season.
Full profile →Bukayo Saka
Arsenal • Winger
Arsenal's best player three years running. Direct, creative, and deadly. Panama will have no answer.
Full profile →Phil Foden
Manchester City • Attacking Mid
Five-time Premier League winner. The most technically gifted English player of his generation.
Rubén Blades Jr
Saprissa • Midfielder
Panama's creative heartbeat. This is Panama's first World Cup since 2018 — he's why they're here.