England faces Panama in World Cup group stage at MetLife Stadium

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

England faces Panama in World Cup group stage at MetLife Stadium
Summary

England plays Panama in the final match of Group L at MetLife Stadium on Saturday afternoon. This game is crucial for England, which has not won the World Cup since 1966. While the Three Lions have high hopes going into the tournament, their historical challenges mirror the struggles of another local team, the New York Jets, who have not won the Super Bowl since 1969. Both teams share a long history of disappointing their supporters; a quiz comparing their woes is featured to highlight the parallels between the two. The outcome will affect England's progression in the tournament.

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  • England plays Panama on Saturday afternoon at MetLife Stadium
  • This match is the final for Group L
  • England has not won the World Cup since 1966
  • The Jets last won the Super Bowl in 1969
  • A quiz compares the frustrations of both teams' fans
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  • 2:33 PMYahoo SportsWho has had it worse: England’s soccer team or the Jets? Take our quiz!
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England plays at the home of the Jets in the World Cup this weekend. Have these two teams met their perfect match?

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