England Beat Panama 2-0 to Top Group L but Problems Remain

England secured top spot in Group L with a 2-0 win over Panama in New Jersey, with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham providing the goals. Manager Thomas Tuchel faces concerns at right-back and in central defence heading into a last-32 tie against the Democratic Republic of the Congo. England advance as group winners but carry defensive vulnerabilities — including injuries at right-back — into a knockout match against the DRC.