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Croatia earn narrow win to knock out Panama

Croatia earn narrow win to knock out Panama
BBC Sport Wednesday 24 June 2026, 02:19 UTC 1 min read
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Croatia remain in contention for a last-32 spot at the World Cup after earning their first points in Group L with a win over Panama, who are knocked out of the World Cup following the loss.

Croatia remain in contention for a last-32 spot at the World Cup after earning their first points in Group L with a win over Panama, who are knocked out of the World Cup following the loss.
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