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Panama players clash during training ahead of England match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:12 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Panama players clash during training ahead of England match

Summary

Panama's training session ahead of their World Cup match against England on June 28 was marred by a confrontation between players Cecilio Waterman and Jose Luis Rodriguez. Waterman was seen pushing Rodriguez during the heated exchange and had to be restrained by teammates. Panama has already been eliminated from the tournament after losing their first two games to Ghana and Croatia. This final group stage match will take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where Panama will seek to improve upon their previous 6-0 loss to England in the 2018 World Cup.

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By the Numbers

•Waterman and Rodriguez clashed during practice session
•Panama has lost their first two World Cup matches
•Final group stage game against England scheduled for June 28
•Panama previously lost 6-0 to England in 2018 World Cup
•Match will be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey

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7:12 PMYahoo Sports — Panama players clash at training session ahead of England game

What they're saying

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Panama’s preparations for their World Cup clash with England on Saturday were overshadowed by a training ground confrontation between two players. The Central Americans are already eliminated from the tournament after losing their first two games.
— Yahoo Sports

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