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Elliot Anderson plays as England defeats Panama to top World Cup group

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:10 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Elliot Anderson plays as England defeats Panama to top World Cup group

Summary

England secured top spot in Group L of the FIFA World Cup after a 2-0 victory over Panama on June 27. Jude Bellingham scored the opener in the 62nd minute, converting a corner taken by Bukayo Saka. Harry Kane added a second goal shortly after, becoming England's highest goalscorer in World Cup history. Elliot Anderson featured in the match despite some fitness concerns, and England prepares for a round-of-32 clash in Atlanta, facing either Senegal or the DR Congo.

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•Elliot Anderson played 84 minutes for England against Panama.
•Harry Kane scored his 11th World Cup goal, surpassing Gary Lineker's record.
•Jude Bellingham scored the opening goal in the 62nd minute.
•England will face either Senegal or the DR Congo in the knockout stage.
•England topped Group L with this victory.

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11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Elliot Anderson features as England beat Panama

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Elliot Anderson featured despite a fitness concern in the build-up to kick-off as England secured top spot in the FIFA World Cup group stage.Harry Kane etched his name even further into English footba...
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