FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia stays alive for World Cup knockout round, eliminates Panama with 1-0 win
Croatia remains in contention for the knockout round ahead of its third and final group-stage match against Ghana on Saturday. Panama was eliminated and is still seeking its first World Cup point in two appearances.
Croatia's forward Ante Budimir celebrates with teammates scoring his team's first goal during the 2026 World Cup Group L football match between Panama and Croatia at the Toronto Stadium in Toronto. Pic/AFP
Josip Stanisic lifted a curving cross onto the boot of Ante Budimir, who tapped it into an open net in the 54th minute Tuesday, giving Croatia a 1-0 win over Panama in the World Cup.
Croatia remains in contention for the knockout round ahead of its third and final group-stage match against Ghana on Saturday. Panama was eliminated and is still seeking its first World Cup point in two appearances.
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