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Panama is back in the FIFA World Cup for the second time in eight years, with a new goal: to compete, not just participate. The 2026 tournament offers another major global stage for Panamanian football.
Jorge Bloise is backing a bill to tighten oversight of Panama’s sports federations and separate athletics from partisan politics. The proposal, already approved in first debate, could reshape how public sports funds and patronatos are managed.
Chorrillo F.C. beat Santa Fe 3-0 in the Super Final to win Panama’s women’s super championship for a second straight year. The win featured an early strike, a quick second goal and a strong showing from 16-year-old Shaday Mow.
José Luis Rodríguez is using his time in Panama to prepare for a possible second World Cup with the national team. The FC Juárez winger says every player must fight for a place in Thomas Christiansen’s final squad.
Panama’s National Futsal League begins a new season with 32 teams, a second division and a clearer path toward professionalization. Women’s participation is also rising, with 14 clubs entered this year.
Son Heung-min has been named to South Korea’s 26-man World Cup squad, setting up what could be his final appearance at the tournament. The lineup also features Lee Kang-in and Kim Min-jae as South Korea aims to extend its long World Cup run.
Panamá Oeste won the U12 national baseball championship after a memorable final shaped by a pitchers’ duel. The victory underscores the strength of youth baseball in Panama.
Ernesto De León won the contest behind the official aircraft that will carry Panama’s national team to the 2026 World Cup. The Panamanian designer said seeing his eagle-inspired design on the finished plane was an emotional career highlight.
Alberto Quintero says he still believes he can earn a place on Panama’s 2026 World Cup roster after helping Plaza Amador reach another LPF final. The 38-year-old veteran says the tournament would be the perfect ending to a career marked by resilience.
Veraguas United and Alianza FC meet tonight in a decisive LPF Clausura 2026 semifinal second leg at 8:30 p.m. The match will air on TVMAX, TVN Pass and YouTube.
President José Raúl Mulino welcomed UFC fighter Joselyne Edwards at the Palacio de Las Garzas, honoring her as a pioneer for Panamanian women in mixed martial arts. Edwards recently earned major wins in Las Vegas and Kansas City, further raising Panama’s profile in the UFC.
Plaza Amador beat Umecit FC 3-0 to reach the LPF Clausura 2026 final and move within one win of a historic three-peat. Héctor Ríos scored twice as the champions extended their dominant run in Panamanian football.
Plaza Amador has advanced to the LPF Clausura 2026 final after beating UMECIT FC in the semifinals. Veraguas United and Alianza FC will decide the other finalist on Saturday night.
Fedebeis released the U12 national baseball championship Honor Roll as the tournament enters its decisive stage. The recognition highlights standout young players in one of Panama’s key youth baseball events.
Panama will play Brazil in a World Cup preparation friendly on May 31 at 3:00 p.m. The match will be shown on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
Santa Fe and Chorrillo FC meet in Saturday’s LFF Super Final with the national crown and a spot in the W Concacaf Champions Cup at stake. Santa Fe seeks revenge after last year’s 3-0 loss to Chorrillo.
Panama will meet Brazil in a World Cup warm-up friendly on May 31 at 3:00 p.m. The match will air on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube.
Veraguas United hosts Alianza FC in a decisive LPF Clausura 2026 semifinal second leg in Santiago after a 0-0 first-leg draw. The home side is chasing its first final, while Alianza brings championship experience and knockout pedigree.
Aníbal Godoy, one of Panama’s most experienced midfielders, is expected to play a central role as the national team looks toward World Cup competition. His club form and leadership could prove vital for Panama’s tournament hopes.
Panama will host a World Cup farewell match against the Dominican Republic on June 3 at Rommel Fernández, and more than half of the tickets are already issued. The federation is planning a full stadium-style celebration with fan activations, a commemorative ball, and a sold-out crowd in sight.