Eight years after making its maiden voyage, Panama arrives at the World Cup with a completely different set of expectations. The rising regional force will be stationed in Toronto for its opening two games of the tournament against Ghana and Croatia, on a mission to remain in contention by the time The Red Tide descends upon New York to take on England seeking both redemption and a historic qualification. Panama has developed a clear identity under manager Thomas Christiansen—one that’s yielded positive results in recent times and could leave a meaningful mark on soccer’s biggest spectacle.…