Panama vs Croatia Prediction 6/23/2026 Group L Picks

In this article we will formulate a Panama vs Croatia prediction for this World Cup game on Tuesday, June 23rd at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Panama Betting Preview

Panama comes into this match after they lost to Ghana by a score of 1-0 in their opening game. Panama had plenty of chances to get a goal, but they ended up allowing a goal in stoppage time for the heartbreaking loss. Panama recorded 11 total shots, four shots on target, and had 62% of the possession in the game. Panama was led by Diaz, who had two shots on target, while Mosquera made two saves in goal. 

Panama comes into the World Cup ranked 34th in the latest official FIFA rankings and they drew with Bosnia & Herzegovina by a score of 1-1 prior to this tournament. In that draw, Panama trailed 1-0 in the 23rd minute, but they scored right before halftime for the tie. Panama recorded eight total shots, five shots on target, and had 44% of the possession. Panama has played six other friendlies this year: a 4-2 win over Dominican Republic, a 6-2 loss to Brazil, a 2-1 win over South Africa, a 1-1 draw with South Africa, a 1-0 loss to Mexico, and a 1-1 draw with Bolivia. 

Croatia Betting Preview

Croatia comes into this match after they lost to England by a score of 4-2 in their first game. Croatia tied the game at two during the first half stoppage time, but they allowed two goals in the second half for the loss. Croatia recorded 10 total shots, five shots on target, and had 48% of the possession in the game. Croatia got goals from Baturina and Musa, while five players had one shot on target and Livakovic made seven saves in net. 

Croatia comes into the World Cup ranked 11th in the latest official FIFA rankings and they defeated Slovenia by a score of 2-1 prior to this tournament. In that win, Croatia was tied 0-0 at halftime and 1-1 late in the match, but they scored in the third minute of stoppage time for the victory. Croatia recorded 22 total shots, six shots on target, and had 67% of the possession. Croatia has played three other friendlies this year: a 2-0 loss to Belgium, a 3-1 loss to Brazil, and a 2-1 win over Colombia. 

Panama vs Croatia Prediction

Both of these teams come into this match with zero points in Group L, so each side will be looking for three points here. Panama played well enough to at least get a point in their first match, but they fell apart late for the loss. Croatia was not good defensively against England, but this should be an easier opponent to play against. I think Panama did a decent job of attacking against Ghana and I wouldn’t be surprised to see them get a draw, so I will back Panama +1.5 here.

David Racey's Pick: Panama +1.5