Panama faces England on Saturday with little more than pride to play for after early elimination from World Cup 2026. Their second World Cup appearance risks mirroring the 2018 disaster when they lost all three group matches, including a 6-1 thrashing by the Three Lions. BBC Sport identifies five players who could spark an upset.

Adalberto Carrasquilla remains Panama's biggest threat despite missing their opening games through injury. The 27-year-old midfielder, who plays for UNAM in Mexico, won the 2023 Gold Cup Golden Ball and became the first Panamanian to claim Concacaf men's player of the year in 2024. His return from a thigh problem could provide the creative spark needed.

Jose Cordoba has flourished at Norwich City under new management, averaging 6.2 ball recoveries per 90 minutes in the Championship. Cristian Martinez earned Panama's first-ever FIFA man-of-the-match award at a World Cup after his display against Croatia. Both bring energy and defensive solidity respectively.

Michael Amir Murillo brings experience from his 2018 World Cup appearance and recent Turkish football with Besiktas. Veteran forward Cecilio Waterman, 35, scored twice in qualifying but was involved in a training ground altercation days before the England match. Despite these individual talents, Panama's squad lacks the depth to seriously challenge England's quality.