Jude Bellingham stars as England beat Panama 2-0 to top World Cup Group L
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Tom Maston
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England secured top spot in Group L at the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Panama, thanks to a standout performance from Jude Bellingham who scored one goal and assisted another for Harry Kane. Despite the win, Thomas Tuchel's side delivered an otherwise uninspiring display, with England making five changes following a disappointing draw against Ghana.
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The midfielder broke the deadlock shortly after the hour mark before assisting Harry Kane soon after as Thomas Tuchel's side produced an otherwise uninspiring display despite the positive result.
England made five changes following their disappointing draw with Ghana last time out, and one of those who came in, Marcus Rashford, forced Orlando Mosquera into a decent save low to his right with an effort from the edge of the box.
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