Group L

EnglandPredicted to qualify86%

Ranked 4th, Kane, Bellingham, Saka, Tuchel in charge. Strong squad with real depth. Opening match against Croatia is the key test. Should top the group.

CroatiaPredicted to qualify72%

Ranked 11th, Modric at 40 for his fifth World Cup, Gvardiol and Kovacic if fit. Croatia always punch above their weight at tournaments. Will qualify in second.

Panama31%

Ranked 30th, compact defensive side under Christiansen. Will make life difficult for England and Croatia.

Ghana18%

Ranked 72nd, Carlos Queiroz has experience managing at World Cups. Will compete hard especially against Panama.

Who is in World Cup 2026 Group L?

Group L contains England, Croatia, Ghana and Panama. England open against Croatia on June 17 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas — a rematch of their 2018 semi final and Euro 2020 final meetings.

Will England qualify from Group L at World Cup 2026?

England are strong favourites to qualify from Group L at 86% odds. With Tuchel in charge and Kane, Bellingham and Saka all fit, they should top the group ahead of Croatia.

When do England play Croatia at World Cup 2026?

England face Croatia on June 17 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. It is the opening Group L fixture and immediately the biggest test for both nations — the winner should feel confident of topping the group.

Who will win World Cup 2026 Group L?

England are predicted to win Group L. Croatia are expected to qualify in second place with Modric leading them at his fifth World Cup. Panama and Ghana will make both teams work hard but should ultimately fall short.