Panama Excludes Dynamo Kyiv Striker Guerrero from 2026 World Cup Squad.

Guerrero misses 2026 World Cup
Guerrero misses 2026 World Cup

Eduardo Guerrero Left Out of Panama's National Team

According to Novyny.live: Dynamo Kyiv forward Eduardo Guerrero has been omitted from Panama's final 23-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Panama Football Federation confirmed this decision when it officially unveiled the squad for the tournament.

Guerrero contributed during the qualification campaign, featuring in three matches, scoring one goal, and providing one assist. Despite his efforts, the coaching staff opted to select other players for the World Cup finals.

Panama's 2026 World Cup Roster

Panama's attacking lineup will consist of:

  • Ismael Díaz
  • José Fajardo
  • Cecilio Waterman
  • Tomás Rodríguez

Other players named to the squad include:

  • Michael Murillo
  • José Córdoba
  • Adalberto Carrasquilla
  • Aníbal Godoy

Panama is set to compete in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Ghana. Guerrero's absence has drawn attention given his productive qualifying run, but the coaching staff ultimately made a different choice based on overall team strategy and needs.

Guerrero's exclusion could impact Panama's campaign, as he demonstrated his scoring ability during qualifiers. However, the technical staff based their decision on the squad's broader tactical requirements. Facing tough opponents in Group L, Panama will need to overcome significant challenges to advance in the tournament.


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