Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Elliot Anderson features as England beat Panama | OneFootball

Elliot Anderson featured despite a fitness concern in the build-up to kick-off as England secured top spot in the FIFA World Cup group stage.

Harry Kane etched his name even further into English football history, becoming his country’s highest-ever goalscorer at the World Cup finals after a 0-2 victory over Panama secured top spot in Group L.

Following a sluggish opening hour, Jude Bellingham proved to be the match-winner for the Three Lions, first breaking the deadlock by converting a Bukayo Saka corner after 62 minutes. The midfielder then turned provider five minutes later, clipping a delivery across to Kane, who marked his 117th cap by nodding home his 11th tournament goal and his 82nd strike for his country – surpassing Gary Lineker’s record.

The overall performance highlighted several lingering defensive concerns for Thomas Tuchel’s side, who faced an additional setback when right-back on the night Jarell Quansah was forced off with an injury in the second half.

His premature exit adds to a growing injury list in defence, where he was already filling in for the sidelined Reece James and Tino Livramento – who has exited the camp. Nevertheless, the victory paves a clear path forward for the national team, setting up a round-of-32 clash in Atlanta against either Senegal or the DR Congo.

James Trafford match statistics vs Panama

Unused from the bench.

John Stones match statistics vs Panama

Unused from the bench.

Marc Guehi match statistics vs Panama

90 Minutes91 Touches77 Accurate Passes (Most)97% Pass Accuracy8 Passes Into Final Third5 Recoveries3 Clearances2 Was Fouled2 Interceptions2 Aerial Duels Won2 Ground Duels Won2 Accurate Long Balls1 Chance Created1 Headed Clearance

Nico O’Reilly match statistics vs Panama

90 Minutes70 Touches47 Accurate Passes94% Pass Accuracy6 Passes Into Final Third4 Recoveries4 Ground Duels Won3 Tackles3 Clearances2 Chances Created2 Aerial Duels Won2 Headed Clearances1 Accurate Cross1 Accurate Long Ball1 Touch In Opposition Box

Elliot Anderson match statistics vs Panama

84 Minutes92 Touches (Most)63 Accurate Passes90% Pass Accuracy11 Passes Into Final Third7 Recoveries7 Ground Duels Won4 Accurate Long Balls3 Was Fouled2 Tackles2 Interceptions2 Aerial Duels Won2 Successful Dribbles1 Clearance1 Shot On Target

Data courtesy of FotMob.