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Bukayo Saka assists as England plays Panama in World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:35 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Bukayo Saka assists as England plays Panama in World Cup match

Summary

Bukayo Saka contributed an assist for England in their World Cup match against Panama on June 28, 2026. Saka, making his first start of the tournament, found Jude Bellingham with a corner late in the match to break the deadlock. This assist marks the third corner taken by an Arsenal player at this World Cup that resulted in a goal. Saka has now recorded three goals and two assists across his seven World Cup appearances, maintaining a strong scoring record. England is set to advance to the knockout stages following this match.

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By the Numbers

•Saka made his first start of the 2026 World Cup.
•He provided a late assist to Jude Bellingham.
•This is England's third match of the tournament.
•All Arsenal players taking corners have recorded assists.
•England advances to the knockout stage next.

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Bukayo Saka became the third Arsenal player to provide an assist from a corner at this World Cup on Saturday night, keeping his strong World Cup record going.Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty ImagesBukayo Sa...
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