Summary
England will face Croatia, Panama, and Ghana in Group L at the upcoming World Cup. The team, led by Thomas Tuchel, aims to win its first men's World Cup trophy since 1966. England's coach calls the group "difficult," and they need to perform well to advance to the next stage in the expanded 48-team tournament.
Key Facts
- England is in Group L for the World Cup, competing against Croatia, Panama, and Ghana.
- Thomas Tuchel is the coach of England's team for this tournament.
- Croatia, ranked 10th by FIFA, won seven of their eight qualifying games.
- Panama finished at the top in Concacaf third round Group A to qualify for the World Cup.
- England defeated Croatia 1-0 in their last meeting during the Euro 2020 group stage.
- England won 6-1 against Panama at the 2018 World Cup, with Harry Kane scoring a hat-trick.
- Ghana, ranked 72nd by FIFA, is making its fifth appearance at the World Cup.
