Thomas Christiansen: Why not be the 'Morocco' of this World Cup?
Panama national team manager Thomas Christiansen shares his ambitious goals ahead of the 2026 World Cup, where they face England, Croatia, and Ghana.
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Panama manager Thomas Christiansen has set his sights high. Despite being drawn into a challenging group alongside England, Croatia, and Ghana, the coach remains confident in his team's ability to compete.
To pass the round and hopefully, if we rub the lamp a little more, why not be the 'Morocco' of the previous World Cup? Thomas Christiansen
Christiansen insists that his players are not intimidated by the big names. Over the past six years, Panama has climbed from 87th to 33rd in the FIFA rankings, becoming the sole Central American representative at the tournament. The manager emphasizes that reaching the knockout stages is a primary objective.
This tournament serves as a test of the progress made under the former Barcelona player's tenure. Christiansen highlights that the team has already proven its worth within the CONCACAF region, having secured multiple victories over the United States and reaching several regional finals.