India, June 28 -- England finished top of Group L after a 2-0 win over Panama, while Croatia secured direct qualification for the Round of 32 with a 2-1 victory over Ghana in the other final group fixture. The results changed the order behind England but not the survival of Ghana, who still progressed as one of the best third-placed teams.

England entered their final group match needing a win to remove any late uncertainty around top spot, but their first half against already-eliminated Panama was far from convincing. Thomas Tuchel's side controlled possession without producing enough speed or incision, and Panama stayed alive in the contest long enough to make the evening uncomfortable.

The breakthrough eventually came in the second ha...