England face a potential nightmare route to the 2026 World Cup final in North America next summer.

The Three Lions discovered their group stage opponents during the draw in Washington DC on Friday.

Thomas Tuchel 's side also learned their possible path to the final during the knockout stages.

The likes of Brazil and France could lie in wait before the showpiece clash if all three teams top their groups.

England were drawn into Group L during the draw ceremony alongside Croatia, Panama and Ghana.

They will begin their campaign against the former in a rematch of their 2018 semi-final on June 17. 'Very difficult' - Ex-England manager warns Thomas Tuchel over one key World Cup conundrum

Winning Group L will see the Three Lions advance to the bottom half of the knockout stage bracket

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