Panama Coach: We Hoped for Points, But It Didn't Happen

Panama's head coach, Thomas Christiansen, announced he would take time to consider his future after his team exited the World Cup without scoring a single goal. Panama lost 0-2 to Group L leaders England in their third match of the 2026 World Cup.

"I need time to analyze everything that has happened, as well as my six years in Panama," he stated at the post-match press conference when asked about his future as the team's coach. "I need to speak with many people, especially my family, who have suffered due to my absence," Christiansen added.

"Our team was solid defensively, but you have to consider the caliber of teams we played against. Today was particularly tough; England pressed intensely. We held our ground very well in the first half and didn't give them too many opportunities," commented the Panama head coach.

"I am proud of how the team played under my leadership. However, despite playing well, we didn't earn points or score goals. If we had matches like these every month, we would improve with this intensity, with this speed. We hoped to gain points, but it didn't happen. We didn't succeed at this World Cup. It's a shame, but the important thing is that we will be ready for what comes next," the specialist concluded.