World Cup
Panama
Competition: Coupe du Monde | Active season: 2026
Ghana
vs
Panama
18 Jun 2026 · 01:00
Upcoming matches
Panama
vs
Croatia
24 Jun 2026 · 01:00
Upcoming matches
Panama
vs
England
27 Jun 2026 · 23:00
Upcoming matches
Footlab Data
Group L
Group L
Group standings
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Statistiques détaillées
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Footlab profile
Offensive potential
58,7/100
High
Defensive stability
43,8/100
Stable
Game control
49,4/100
Stable
Regularity
50,0/100
Stable
Mental resilience
58,4/100
High
Footlab Data
Panama National Football Team - 2026 World Cup Profile | Footlab Data
Panama World Cup 2026: Data Analysis, Strengths, and Projection
Panama enters the 2026 World Cup aiming to prove that their 2018 appearance was just the beginning. Now established as a major nation in the CONCACAF zone, the Marea Roja (Red Tide) showcases a "Physical Pragmatism" profile. This team has evolved under the influence of Thomas Christiansen, blending their traditional athletic power with a much more rigorous and modern tactical structure.
Global Positioning
Panama is positioned as a combat-ready outsider. They are the quintessential team capable of turning a match into a test of physical strength, relying on defensive solidity to compensate for a talent gap against global giants.
- Status: CONCACAF Outsider / Rising Nation
- Projection: Group Stage (Objective: First historic win)
- Risk: Over-dependency on set-pieces for scoring
Footlab Profile
| Criteria | Level |
|---|---|
| Attacking Potential | Medium (Direct play) |
| Defensive Stability | High (Compact block) |
| Game Control | Moderate (Transition-focused) |
| Consistency | High in CONCACAF zone |
| Physical Impact | Very High |
Structural Strengths
- Dominant Athletic Power: A natural superiority in duels, making the team very difficult to physically overpower.
- Defensive Organization: A particularly compact 4-5-1 block, capable of closing central gaps against positional attacks.
- Set-Piece Specialist: Dead-ball situations (corners, wide free-kicks) are their number one offensive weapon.
- 2018 Experience: The Russia World Cup experience serves as a mental foundation to avoid tactical naivety.
Structural Weaknesses
- Limited Offensive Creativity: Real difficulties in generating clear chances through open play against organized defenses.
- Conceded Possession: Often records low possession rates, leading to significant physical fatigue late in matches.
- Squad Depth: A solid starting XI but few bench options capable of maintaining the same level of intensity.
- Lack of Global Track Record: Historical difficulty in imposing their rhythm against UEFA or CONMEBOL nations.
Tactical Brief
Panama primarily operates within a pragmatic system:
- Offensive Phase: Direct play, seeking depth, and maximizing rapid transition opportunities.
- Defensive Phase: Very dense low block prioritizing strict marking and physical challenges.
- Identity: "Gritty and unified" football where collective effort takes precedence over aesthetics.
Match Typology
- Vs Weaker Teams: Duel-based matches where Panama seeks to make the difference through physical power.
- Vs Similar Teams: Tactical patience battles (Under goals profile).
- Vs Top Tier Teams: "Brick Wall" profile; capable of heroic defending and stinging on a set-piece.
2026 Key Performance Factors
Panama's success will primarily depend on:
- their ability to maintain intensity across the three group matches
- the clinical edge of their strikers on rare clear transitions
- managing discipline (avoiding unnecessary cards due to high engagement)
Footlab Projection
Panama possesses a Round of 16 ceiling. If they land in an open group, their ability to disrupt the opposition's game and their clinical edge on set-pieces could yield a historic qualification.
Projection: Group Stage (Challenger for 3rd place)
Optimal Scenario: First World Cup win and reaching the Round of 16 through iron defense.
Betting Insights
- ✔️ High potential in "Team Total Cards" markets
- ✔️ Interesting for "Under 2.5 Goals"
- ⚠️ Risk on straight win odds (matches often result in draws)
- ✔️ Value in "Header Goals" (athletic strength)
Conclusion
Panama is a team of sacrifice. Between raw power and tactical rigor, the Marea Roja is armed to transform every encounter into a true battle of trenches during this 2026 World Cup.
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International history
Matches from the last 4 years
South Africa
vs
Panama
1 - 2
South Africa
vs
Panama
1 - 1
Panama
vs
Mexico
0 - 1
Bolivia
vs
Panama
1 - 1
Panama
vs
El Salvador
3 - 0
Guatemala
vs
Panama
2 - 3
Panama
vs
Suriname
1 - 1
El Salvador
vs
Panama
0 - 1
Panama
vs
Guatemala
1 - 1
Suriname
vs
Panama
0 - 0
Panama
vs
Honduras
1 - 1
Panama
vs
Jamaica
4 - 1
Guatemala
vs
Panama
0 - 1
Panama
vs
Guadeloupe
5 - 2
Panama
vs
Nicaragua
3 - 0
Belize
vs
Panama
0 - 2
Mexico
vs
Panama
2 - 1
United States
vs
Panama
0 - 1
Chile
vs
Panama
6 - 1
Panama
vs
Costa Rica
2 - 2
Costa Rica
vs
Panama
0 - 1
Canada
vs
Panama
2 - 1
United States
vs
Panama
2 - 0
Colombia
vs
Panama
5 - 0
Bolivia
vs
Panama
1 - 3
Panama
vs
United States
2 - 1
Uruguay
vs
Panama
3 - 1
Panama
vs
Paraguay
0 - 1
Montserrat
vs
Panama
1 - 3
Panama
vs
Guyana
2 - 0
Panama
vs
Jamaica
0 - 1
Panama
vs
Mexico
0 - 3
Panama
vs
Costa Rica
3 - 1
Costa Rica
vs
Panama
0 - 3
Panama
vs
Guatemala
3 - 0
Curaçao
vs
Panama
1 - 2
Guatemala
vs
Panama
1 - 1
Panama
vs
Martinique
3 - 0
Bolivia
vs
Panama
1 - 2
Mexico
vs
Panama
1 - 0
United States
vs
Panama
1 - 1
Panama
vs
Qatar
4 - 0
Panama
vs
El Salvador
2 - 2
Martinique
vs
Panama
1 - 2
Costa Rica
vs
Panama
1 - 2
Panama
vs
Mexico
0 - 1
Panama
vs
Canada
0 - 2
Panama
vs
Nicaragua
3 - 2
Costa Rica
vs
Panama
0 - 1
Argentina
vs
Panama
2 - 0
Guatemala
vs
Panama
1 - 1
Cameroon
vs
Panama
1 - 1
Venezuela
vs
Panama
2 - 2
Panama
vs
Saudi Arabia
1 - 1
Qatar
vs
Panama
2 - 1
Bahrain
vs
Panama
0 - 2
Martinique
vs
Panama
0 - 0
Uruguay
vs
Panama
5 - 0
Panama
vs
Martinique
5 - 0
Panama
vs
Costa Rica
2 - 0