Bellingham found the net early in the first half.
A drifting cross glided into the box and the 22‑year‑old midfielder guided it past the keeper.
England are ahead 1‑0.
The strike delivered England their first point of the summer tournament’s group stage.
Panama have as yet found the net.
Both sides feel the summer heat as they chase the next opportunity.
The game is building and both sides are hunting for further score.
England will aim to maintain the pressure on while Panama chase the equaliser.