England Beat Panama to Top Group L at World Cup

Short overview
England defeated Panama at New York New Jersey Stadium to finish top of Group L in the FIFA World Cup.
England secured top spot in Group L at the FIFA World Cup with a victory over Panama at New York New Jersey Stadium. BBC Radio 5 Live captured the atmosphere and instant reaction from the full-time whistle, offering listeners a comprehensive post-match analysis.
Post-Match Analysis and Interviews
Mark Chapman hosted the coverage, joined by former England internationals Alan Shearer, Matthew Upson, Paul Robinson, and correspondent John Murray. The panel dissected England's performance and their progression to the knockout stages.
Listeners heard from key figures in the England camp. Jude Bellingham spoke at 09:55, Thomas Tuchel at 15:50, Marcus Rashford at 21:15, Ezri Konsa at 25:35, and Harry Kane at 31:00. Their comments provided insight into the team's mindset and preparations for the next round.
Upcoming Matches on 5 Live
BBC 5 Live and BBC Sounds will continue extensive World Cup coverage with the following fixtures in the Last 32:
- Sunday 20:00: South Africa v Canada
- Monday 18:00: Brazil v Japan
- Monday 21:30: Germany v Paraguay
- Tuesday 02:00: Netherlands v Morocco
- Tuesday 18:00: Ivory Coast v Norway
- Tuesday 22:00: France v Sweden
All times are local. The episode is available for 29 days on BBC Sounds.
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