England have been drawn against Croatia, Panama and Ghana in Group L for the 2026 World Cup, in what is a challenging draw for Thomas Tuchel's side. The Three Lions will begin their campaign on June 17 against Croatia, the team that defeated them in the 2018 semi-finals.
Ghana, one of the stronger pot four teams, boast talents such as Antoine Semenyo, Mohammed Kudus and Thomas Partey. Panama, whom England beat 6-1 in 2018, are considered underdogs but are known for their physical style of play.
England's second group match is against Ghana on June 23, followed by their final group game against Panama on June 27. If they top the group, they will face a third-placed qualifier in the last 32.
Meanwhile, Scotland face a daunting Group C featuring Brazil and Morocco, alongside Haiti. Wales or Northern Ireland, if they qualify via play-offs, would enter Group B with Canada, Switzerland and Qatar. The Republic of Ireland, if successful, would join Mexico, South Korea and South Africa in Group A.
The draw ceremony in Washington featured performances by Andrea Bocelli, Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger and the Village People, with US President Donald Trump in attendance.
