Croatia vs. Panama in Toronto: June 23 World Cup 2026 Group L Guide
Croatia vs. Panama is the Group L Matchday 2 night cap at BMO Field (Toronto) on June 23, 2026, 7 p.m. ET. Preview, getting there, kickoff times, and the eSIM that works across Canada and the US.
Published June 20, 2026·5 min read
Summary
Croatia meet Panama in Group L Matchday 2 at BMO Field in Toronto on June 23, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET — a near must-win for the 2018 finalists against a Panama side with nothing to lose. Here's the preview, how to get to Exhibition Place, and the one eSIM that keeps you online from kickoff to the final whistle.
The match: Croatia vs. Panama, June 23 in Toronto
According to the official Group L guide, Croatia vs. Panama is the Group L Matchday 2 night cap at BMO Field — the waterfront venue at Exhibition Place branded “Toronto Stadium” and expanded for the tournament. Croatia, runners-up in 2018, need a result to control their group; Panama will sit deep and counter. See the full Group L preview for how the table could break, plus our Group L Matchday 2 preview.
It shares June 23 with England vs. Ghana in Boston, and the result feeds straight into the Group L Matchday 3 deciders on June 27. For deeper team notes, read our Croatia fan guide and Panama fan guide.
Match-day facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date / kickoff | Tue, June 23, 2026 · 7 p.m. ET |
| Venue | BMO Field (Toronto Stadium), Toronto, ON |
| Group | Group L (with England, Ghana) · Matchday 2 |
| Nearest airport | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), ~22 km |
Getting to BMO Field
BMO Field is at Exhibition Place on Toronto's waterfront, and transit beats driving here: take GO Transit to Exhibition station or the TTC 509/511 streetcars to Exhibition Loop, both a short walk from the gates. Parking is scarce on event days. Full options are in our Toronto getting-there guide, and our eat & stay guide covers where to base yourself nearby.
eSIM vs roaming vs pocket Wi-Fi for World Cup travel
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
Mobile tickets in the FIFA World Cup 26™ app, GO Transit times, rideshare back downtown — match day runs on data, and stadium Wi-Fi buckles under a full house. A North America eSIM puts you on a Canadian network the moment you land at Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and follows you across the border to any US host city without swapping plans. From US$5 with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — see the Toronto connectivity guide for the full rundown.
FAQ
QWhen and where is Croatia vs. Panama at the 2026 World Cup?
ACroatia vs. Panama kicks off June 23, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET at BMO Field in Toronto, branded “Toronto Stadium” for the tournament. It's the Group L Matchday 2 evening fixture.
QWhat group are Croatia and Panama in for World Cup 2026?
ABoth are in Group L alongside England and Ghana. For 2018 finalists Croatia it's a must-win against debutant-energy Panama as the group tightens before Matchday 3 on June 27.
QHow do I get to BMO Field for the match?
ABMO Field is at Exhibition Place on Toronto's waterfront, reachable by GO Transit and the 509/511 streetcars to Exhibition Loop, so transit is the easy choice over driving and scarce parking. Both options leave you a short walk from the gates.
QWhat's the best way to stay connected on match day?
AA North America eSIM rides Canadian and US 5G networks built for stadium crowds, while international roaming often slows to a crawl when the stands fill. Install it before you fly and it works across every host city.
Bottom line
Croatia vs. Panama could swing Group L before the June 27 finale. Sort your plan to BMO Field, scan the Group L preview, and grab a World Cup 2026 eSIM so every ticket scan, map, and rideshare just works.