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Croatia and Panama set to face off in Toronto for crucial Group L points

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:05 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Croatia and Panama set to face off in Toronto for crucial Group L points

Summary

Croatia will play Panama at Toronto Stadium in Canada on June 24, aiming for their first points in Group L. After suffering a 4-2 defeat to England, Croatia sits bottom of the group. Meanwhile, Panama is third after losing 1-0 to Ghana in their opener. This matchup marks the first encounter between the two nations. Croatia has prior experience against CONCACAF teams, defeating Canada 4-1 in Qatar 2022. A loss for Panama would severely impact their chances of advancing, with England as their other remaining group opponent.

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By the Numbers

•Match kicks off at 12am UK time on June 24.
•Croatia lost 4-2 to England in their first group match.
•Panama lost 1-0 to Ghana in their opening game.
•Croatia aims to capitalize on their previous success against CONCACAF teams.
•A loss for Panama would jeopardize their knockout stage aspirations.

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Croatia face Panama at Toronto Stadium in Canada tomorrow evening, with the aim to sealing a top-three finish in Group L.Zlatko Dalic’s side sit at the bottom of group L without a point after suffer...
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