Euro 2024 finalists England face a proper test from Luka Modrić's Croatia in the standout group of the draw.
The Group L Teams
England FIFA #4 · UEFA
Euro 2024 runners-up with elite depth around Bellingham, Kane and Saka; among the favourites.
Croatia FIFA #10 · UEFA
Serial overachievers enjoying a Modrić swansong; never to be underestimated in tournaments.
Ghana FIFA #72 · CAF
Fast and fearless, but defensively fragile.
Panama FIFA #30 · CONCACAF
Tough, well-drilled and rising — capable of causing problems.
TACTIX's Predicted Finish
England and Croatia are the class of the group; both should advance, with the European heavyweights too strong for Ghana and Panama. The top two in every group reach the new Round of 32, and the eight best third-placed teams join them — so third place is far from the end of the road.
Key Fixture
England vs Croatia — the match most likely to settle Group L.
Group L FAQs
Who will win World Cup 2026 Group L?
TACTIX tips England to top Group L, with Croatia predicted to take the other automatic qualifying place.
Which teams are in World Cup 2026 Group L?
England, Croatia, Ghana and Panama.
How do teams qualify from a World Cup 2026 group?
The top two from each of the 12 groups advance to the Round of 32, along with the eight best third-placed teams across the tournament.
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