Panama's national team, led by Danish-Spanish coach Thomas Christiansen, is in a tight battle for the last spots in the 2026 World Cup.

What has happened so far?

The team has shown flashes of good football, but also inconsistency in definition, which keeps them in a fight for qualification. The last result was a 1-1 draw against Honduras on June 28, 2025. The team's recent form is 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in the last 5 games.

What's next for Panama?

Coach Thomas Christiansen has expressed his confidence in the team and has highlighted the importance of maintaining concentration in the remaining matches. The match against Guatemala will be decisive in the team's aspirations. The Group A standings show Surinam and Panama tied for first place with six points.

What is the current landscape?

The round will open on November 13, when Surinam hosts El Salvador. Panama will visit Guatemala on the same day and will close its participation on November 18, hosting El Salvador. | Date | Match | Location | | --- | --- | --- | | November 13 | Surinam vs El Salvador | Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium | | November 13 | Guatemala vs Panama | Manuel Felipe Carrera Stadium | | November 18 | Panama vs El Salvador | Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez Stadium