England Seek Top Spot Against Panama
England will aim to finish top of Group L when they face already-eliminated Panama in New Jersey on Saturday night. After a frustrating goalless draw with Ghana, the Three Lions are heavy favourites to secure victory and top billing in the group. The match kicks off at 10pm BST, live on ITV1 with coverage from 8:45pm.
Simultaneously, Croatia and Ghana meet in Philadelphia in a decisive clash for qualification. Both teams are vying for a place in the round of 32, with the match also starting at 10pm BST on ITV4.
Portugal and Colombia Battle in Group K
Group K concludes with a high-stakes encounter between Colombia and Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in Miami. Portugal need a result to secure progression, while Colombia aim to clinch their own spot. The match kicks off at 12:30am BST on BBC One, with coverage beginning at 12:05am.
In the same group, DR Congo face Uzbekistan in Atlanta. DR Congo must win to keep their tournament hopes alive, while Uzbekistan are already out. This match also starts at 12:30am BST on BBC Two, with coverage from 12:20am.
Argentina Rest Messi Against Jordan
Holders Argentina, already guaranteed first place in Group J, will ring the changes in Dallas against debutants Jordan, who have been eliminated. Lionel Messi is expected to start on the bench. The match kicks off at 3am BST on BBC One, with coverage from 2:50am.
In the other Group J match, Algeria and Austria both sit on three points and need a win to advance. They collide in Kansas City at 3am BST on BBC Two, with coverage starting at 2:45am.
Friday's Results and Group Stage Casualties
Friday saw debutants Cape Verde secure a hard-fought draw with Saudi Arabia to finish second in Group H behind Spain, knocking out Uruguay. Uruguay's 1-0 loss to Spain ends their campaign and likely Marcelo Bielsa's tenure. In Group G, Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 to top the group, while Iran had a late winner against Egypt ruled out for offside. France's rotated side beat Norway 4-1 in Group I, and Senegal's 5-0 win over 10-man Iraq dented Scotland's hopes of advancing as a best third-placed team.
