ShireHub's read: A professional second-half masterclass. England turned on the gears after the break, shut down a stubborn Panama side, and secured Group L’s No.1 seed. Harry Kane wrote brand new Three Lions history.

⚽ Final: Panama 0-2 England 📍 New York/New Jersey Stadium | June 28

A tight, tactical first half finished goalless, with Panama packing the defense to disrupt England’s rhythm and keep the Three Lions at bay. England dominated possession but lacked finishing sharpness before halftime.

Everything changed after the restart. England exploded for two goals in five minutes to kill the game off and lock up top spot in the group.

62’ Jude Bellingham (Assist: Bukayo Saka)
Bellingham broke the deadlock with a clinical volley from Saka’s pinpoint corner delivery, firing home to give England a crucial opening goal.

67’ Harry Kane (Assist: Jude Bellingham)
Five minutes later, Bellingham turned provider, whipping in a perfect cross for Kane, who rose to score a precise header and double the lead.

This goal was historic. With the finish, Harry Kane becomes England’s ALL-TIME leading World Cup scorer, surpassing Gary Lineker’s long-standing record with 11 career World Cup goals.

Panama pushed late and had a goal ruled out for offside, unable to find a consolation. The 2-0 clean sheet victory secured England a 2-1-0 group stage record and first-place progression to the knockout round. Meanwhile, Panama exits the tournament with zero wins across all three group games.

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