Panama sit bottom of World Cup Group L with zero points from two matches, trailing the group leaders.
The side were also without midfielder Adalberto Carrasquilla for the match with Croatia, after he felt unwell while recovering from a muscle injury, further denting an attack that has yet to score a goal this tournament.
Panama were eliminated after a 1-0 defeat by Croatia in their final group game, and will finish the competition with a respectable overall performance.