Panama predicted lineup vs Croatia for FIFA World Cup 2026
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Los Canaleros sit in third place and above their opponents, Croatia, in Group L.
Panama will be seeking redress for their 1-0 loss to Ghana in their first FIFA World Cup 2026 match. They will require a win to hold them in contention for the round of 32.
Central American side failed to open the scoring against Ghana. They couldn’t get the scoreboard moving. They now come in to face a Croatia side who are also looking to make their first points in the tournament. The Chequered Ones were beaten by England 4-2.
It is believed Panama will keep the base of the side that played in the first match. The team will try to climb its way up in the group stage standings.
Several experienced internationals are likely to stay on board. They will likely be playing in a 3-4-3 system.
Also read: Croatia predicted lineup vs Panama for FIFA World Cup 2026
Who all will be expected in the starting lineup?
Orlando Mosquera will play in goal for Panama. The defence, in turn, should be lined up with Andres Andrade, Jose Cordoba and Jiovany Ramos in the back three. The three will have to deal with Croatia’s attacking threat.
César Blackman and Amir Murillo will be joining each other on the wings in the middle, with Carlos Harvey and Yoel Bárcenas expected to be in the middle. What they can do defensively in terms of protecting and supporting attacks will be key.
Further up the field, José Luis Rodriguez and Cristian Martinez should be placed either side by side on the channel of attack with centre-forward Cecilio Waterman. The first three provide speed and activity in the final third.
The line-up will feature Waterman in front. Rodríguez and Martínez will be hoping to extend Croatia‘s defence line. Their wing backs will provide Panama with balance, in order to open up opportunities in wide areas.
Panama predicted XI vs Croatia
Panama predicted lineup (3-4-3): Orlando Mosquera (GK); Andrés Andrade, José Córdoba, Jiovany Ramos; César Blackman, Yoel Bárcenas, Carlos Harvey, Amir Murillo; José Luis Rodríguez, Cecilio Waterman, Cristian Martínez.
Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada?
To watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada, you can tune into TSN for full coverage of all 104 matches.
Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India?
Zee5 is the official broadcaster of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 in India.
Will Panama make major changes after the defeat to Ghana?
They are expected to retain the core of the side that started the opening match.
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