Panama flag

FIFA World Cup 2026

Panama at the FIFA World Cup 2026

Overview

Panama is the isthmian republic linking North and South America, bisected by the Panama Canal between Caribbean and Pacific, Spanish‑speaking, with Panama City as its capital and a service‑oriented dollarised economy.

Quick facts

Capital
Panama City
Continent
North America
Federation
CONCACAF (North & Central America)
Group
L
FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
#30
World Cup titles
0

Geography

Founded / established
1903
Population
4,648,700
Languages
Spanish (official)
Currency
United States dollar (USD); Panamanian balboa (PAB) circulates
Area
75,417 km²
Highest point
Volcán Barú (3,475 m)
Climate
Tropical humid with Caribbean vs Pacific rainfall contrasts
Land borders
Colombia, Costa Rica

Football facts

Appearances
1
Best result
Group stage (2018)
Top scorer
Felipe Baloy (1)
Debut
2018

2026 World Cup kits

  • Home kit

    Main color: red

World Cup history

1 World Cup appearances

YearResult
2026Qualified (2026)
2018Group stage

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