What awaits England if they top Group L? And how dramatically does the picture change if they don't? ESPN looks into Thomas Tuchel's route to the final.

Croatia’s 2–1 win over Ghana reshapes Group L, leaving the African side awaiting the final group‑stage picture to understand how the result affects their path. The match between Croatia and Ghana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L ended with a 2-1 victory for the European side,

Alan Shearer said England were forced to rely on the "brilliance" of Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane after their goals helped the team top Group L with a 2-0 win over Panama. Thomas Tuchel's side laboured in the first half in New York but finally made the breakthrough when Bellingham hooked his foot around a corner to break the deadlock in the 62nd

Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic hailed Luka Modric's performance as "truly fantastic" as the 40-year-old midfielder led his country into the knockout rounds for the third World Cup in a row.

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed England defender Jarell Quansah suffered a twisted ankle in the victory over Panama, admitting he has growing concerns over the right-back position. Quansah came into the starting XI for Saturday’s final group game after Reece James was ruled out with a hamstring injury.

BBC Sport sits down with England boss Thomas Tuchel ahead of England v Panama. Release date: 22 June 2026. 6 months left to watch. 8 minutes