Harry Kane becomes England’s record World Cup goalscorer as Three Lions beat stubborn Panama
Fans celebrate after England’s first goal against Panama in 2026 World Cup
England beat a stubborn Panama 2-0 after second-half goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane at the New York Stadium.
Thomas Tuchel made five changes to his England side, forced by injury and fitness, and saw his side struggle to create clear-cut chances against Panama.
Harry Kane became England’s record goalscorer at the World Cup with his 11th goal after he overtook England legend Gary Lineker’s record.
During a post-match interview, Thomas Tuchel says Bukayo Saka is not injured, he took the chance to rest Declan Rice and is not sure about Jarrell Quansah’s ankle injury.
England will progress to the knockout stage as group winners from Group L and will next play the third-place team from one of Group I/J/K in the round of 32 at 5pm BST at Atlanta on Wednesday 1 July; this could be one of Senegal, Algeria, Austria and DR Congo.
