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What If England Lose?

England can still qualify

Qualifying in 27% of remaining scenarios

Would move to 4th in Group L

If England lose to Croatia, their chances drop to 27%. They would fall to 4th in their group.

Group L Table After This Result

#TeamPGDPts
1
CroatiaCroatia
1+13✓ Q
2
GhanaGhana
000✓ Q
3
PanamaPanama
000✗ E
4
EnglandEngland
1-10✗ E

Matches That Affect England

GhanavsPanamaPanamavsCroatiaCroatiavsGhana
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can England still qualify for the World Cup knockout stage?
England qualify in 52% of remaining scenarios. Use the scenario simulator to explore every possibility.
What group is England in?
England are in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What does England need to qualify?
Toggle all remaining group fixtures on the scenario page to see the exact combination of results England need.