As the FIFA World Cup group stage draws to a close today, England have a chance to secure yet another win and go into the knockouts with some positive momentum. They won their first game against Croatia 4-2 but were held to a surprising goalless draw by Ghana.

Panama, meanwhile, have lost both their games and will look to end their campaign on a high. All things considered, the Panama vs. England FIFA World Cup game promises to be an exciting encounter. Here's how you can watch the game live using a streaming subscription or a VPN.

When Is the Panama vs. England World Cup Match?

The Panama vs. England game kicks off at 5:00 p.m. ET on June 27 at MetLife Stadium (New York, New Jersey Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

How to Stream Panama vs. England Live in the US

You can watch today's match live on Fox or Telemundo. If you're in the US, you can watch with a sports streaming subscription, such as DirecTV, Fox One, Fubo, Peacock, Sling, or YouTube TV, among others. If you're not signed up for a live TV or streaming service, you may be able to watch the game with a free trial.

How to Watch Panama vs. England Online for Free

The Panama vs. England match will air live for free across the globe on several streaming platforms, including:

These platforms are geo-locked to their respective countries, so to watch for free from the US or elsewhere, you'll need a virtual private network (VPN). For the Panama vs. England World Cup match, we recommend ExpressVPN, our top pick for location spoofing. ExpressVPN has servers across the globe, making it easy to mask your actual location, so you can access region-locked content. Plus, this year, ExpressVPN is also an official supporter of the FIFA World Cup.

Here's how you can access the Panama vs. England match with a VPN using BBC iPlayer as an example:

  1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN).
  2. Download the VPN app on your computer, phone, or preferred device.
  3. Connect to a server in the UK.
  4. Visit BBC iPlayer or ITV to start streaming.

Usually, the top VPNs that let you connect to servers in other countries aren't free. But if you already have a VPN subscription or qualify for a free trial, you may be able to use one to watch the FIFA World Cup match between Panama and England at no additional cost.

2026 FIFA World Cup Timeline: Key Dates

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 and will be co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. This year, the tournament has expanded to 48 participating nations for a total of 104 games.

  • June 11 to June 27: Group stage. Each team plays three other teams in their group once. The top two teams from all 12 groups qualify for the knockout stages automatically. Eight of the best third-place teams will also make the cut.
  • June 28: The knockout stage begins with the first-ever Round of 32 at a FIFA World Cup. The eventual champion will have to win five consecutive knockout games, instead of the former four.
  • July 14 and July 15: Semi-finals.
  • July 18: Third-place playoff.
  • July 19: Final.

We'll be following the World Cup for the next month, so stay tuned for more streaming advice.

Source: PCMag.com