Croatia secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Panama in a Group L match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, played at Toronto Stadium on Wednesday. The winning goal was scored by Ante Budimir, boosting Croatia’s chances of advancing to the knockout stage. This win is significant for Croatia as they compete for a spot in the 2026 World Cup tournament. The match represents the second game in Group L qualification for both teams. The result places pressure on other teams within the group as the qualification process continues. Further matches will determine the final standings and which nations will progress. The game took place on June 24, 2026, according to WIB time.