Jun 24, 2018 at 1pm UK at ​Nizhny Novgorod Stadium
England
6-1
PanamaPanama
Stones (8', 40'), Kane (22' pen., 45' pen., 62'), Lingard (36')
Loftus-Cheek (24')
FT(HT: 5-0)
Abdiel Baloy Ramirez (78')
Cooper (10'), Escobar (44'), Murillo (72')

Hernan Dario Gomez: 'Panama starting XI will be unchanged for England clash'

Panama to be unchanged for England clash
© Reuters
Hernan Dario Gomez confirms that Panama's starting XI will be unchanged against England ahead of Sunday's World Cup Group G encounter in Nizhny Novgorod.

Hernan Dario Gomez has revealed that Panama's starting XI will be unchanged against England when the two sides lock horns at the World Cup on Sunday.

The news comes days after Gareth Southgate's criticism of the English media's decision to publish pictures which hinted a possible team for the Group G clash in Nizhny Novgorod.

Gomez, meanwhile, confirmed in his pre-match press conference that he would be retaining the same side which lost 3-0 to Belgium.

"The lineup will be exactly the same," the Colombian told reporters. "I like how my team worked.

"The team that starts the match is the one with the most experience, that's one of our assets. As a starting XI we are very organised and tactical."

Gomez also downplayed the impact of England's apparent leaked team selection, adding: "It doesn't give me or afford me any advantage.

"I think each and every coach needs to make sure they're 100% prepared and ready regardless of the opposition. It doesn't matter who plays, because if one doesn't play the other is just as good."

England will take a huge step towards qualifying for the last 16 with victory over Panama, having beaten Tunisia 2-1 in their opening encounter in Russia.

Share this article now:
Harry Maguire in action for England on June 7, 2018
Read Next:
Maguire: 'Discipline key against Panama'
>

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Select and display your favourite team's news and scores in this panel

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Select and display your favourite team's news and scores in this panel

Subscribe to our Newsletter


Transfer Talk Daily
Match previews - twice weekly
Morning Briefing (7am UTC)
Ultra close-up image of Kevin De Bruyne [NOT FOR USE IN ARTICLES]Get the latest transfer news, match previews and news direct to your inbox!
Tables

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Loading ...

Failed to load data.

Select and display your favourite team's news and scores in this panel
Login, I already have my ad-free pass
Log in to customise Sports Mole
Buy ad-free access (show me the options)
Buy monthly ad-free access for £1.20/month
Buy yearly ad-free access for £12 (2 months free)
Settings - Logout - Manage your account
Settings - Logout - Manage your account