The Panama national football team, participating in the 2026 World Cup, received a $26,000 financial boost from former President Ricardo Martinelli. This financial incentive comes at a critical time for the team, following their World Cup debut. Martinelli had promised this support through his social media and has kept his word. The contribution consists of $1,000 for each of the 26 called-up players, with the intention of providing them with additional support for the upcoming international tournament commitments. The delivery of this financial support comes after Panama's setback in their World Cup debut. The former president stated that the incentive aims to lift the team's spirits and reinforce their confidence for the upcoming matches. Panama will face Croatia and England in the coming days, matches that will be crucial for their aspirations to advance to the next phase of the competition. Martinelli has expressed his support for the National Team on several occasions and expressed his confidence that the team can recover and give the Panamanian fans a reason to celebrate during the championship. Moving forward, the Panamanian team seeks to improve their performance and achieve better results in the tournament. But, to achieve this, they need the support of their followers and Martinelli's financial incentive can be a great boost. So, the future of the Panama national football team in the 2026 World Cup is uncertain, but with the support of people like Martinelli, they may have a better opportunity to advance in the competition.