Panama U-20 squad announced as teen joins Spanish club Extremadura

Panama's under‑20 national team announced a 21‑player roster for the CONCACAF Pre‑World Cup tournament in Mexico, scheduled for July 24 to August 9. The squad will debut on July 26 against Canada and later face Jamaica and Honduras, aiming to secure one of four spots for the 2027 FIFA U‑20 World Cup.

Eighteen‑year‑old midfielder Juan Antonio Moltó Castrellón, a promising Panamanian talent, began a preseason stint with Spain's CD Extremadura on July 15. The three‑month training period in the Primera Federación provides the player with exposure to European competition and a step toward a professional career abroad.