Who could England face in last 32 after qualifying for next round?

BBC Sport Saturday 27 June 2026, 23:03 UTC 1 min read

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England secure top spot in group L and a World Cup last 32 tie against a third-placed team with a 2-0 win over Panama on Saturday.

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