World Cup 2026: England, Croatia, Ghana... the final standings in Group L

Group L has delivered its verdict. England finishes top with 7 points, ahead of Croatia, while Ghana continues their journey as one of the best third-placed teams. Panama, meanwhile, exits the 2026 World Cup without a single point.

Group L reached its conclusion after a decisive final matchday. Thanks to their victory over Panama (2-0), England clinched the top spot with 7 points. Croatia, who defeated Ghana (2-1), secured second place with 6 points. The Black Stars also progress thanks to their status as one of the best third-placed teams, while Panama is eliminated.

Results from all three matchdays

Matchday 1

• England 4-2 Croatia
• Ghana 1-0 Panama

See also: World Cup 2026 / Croatia - Ghana (2-1): both teams advance to the round of 16

Matchday 2

• England 0-0 Ghana
• Croatia 1-0 Panama

Matchday 3

• Croatia 2-1 Ghana
• Panama 0-2 England

Final Group L standings

England and Croatia qualify directly for the round of 16. Ghana, despite their defeat to the Vatreni, also advance thanks to the ranking of the best third-placed teams. Panama, on the other hand, leaves the World Cup without a single point.

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