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Harry Kane in form of his life as England thrash Latvia to seal World Cup qualification

England thrash Latvia to qualify for 2026 World Cup
England booked their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 5-0 thrashing of Latvia in qualifying on Tuesday.Thomas Tuchel's side went into the game knowing that three points would confirm their qualification for the showpiece event in the United...

England dominate Latvia to secure WC qualification
Harry Kane netted a brace as England sealed its place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 5-0 win over Latvia on Tuesday, reported Xinhua. Coach Thomas Tuchel made two changes from the side that defeated Wales, with Myles Lewis-Skelly...

A grey autumn to dominate in Latvia this week – wet snowflakes possible over the weekend
On Wednesday, the sky will be cloudy, with the sun breaking through only in some areas, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre. Rain is expected from time to time across most of the country. With light winds blowing,...

Harry Kane reveals message he gave to England squad before Latvia thrashing: 'Building something special!'
England striker Harry Kane has revealed he gave a crucial team talk to his teammates in the build-up to the Latvia World Cup qualifier match, in which England dominated, winning 5-0. The Bayern Munich striker scored two goals before half-time as...

Latvia and Andorra Clash in World Cup Qualifier Showdown
RIGA, Latvia — Latvia and Andorra face off Saturday in a crucial match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. With just three games remaining, both teams are desperate for a win to keep their hopes alive. Andorra is at the bottom of UEFA...

Latvia vs. Andorra: How to Watch, Odds, WCQ Preview
Latvia and Andorra face off in Group K in World Cup 2026 qualifying action. Here's everything you need to know ahead of kickoff, including how to watch Latvia vs. Andorra and odds. How to watch Latvia vs. Andorra Latvia vs. Andorra Odds As of Oct....

England thrash Latvia 5-0 to qualify for WC finals
England booked their place in next year's World Cup finals as captain Harry Kane scored twice in a 5-0 romp away to Latvia on Tuesday to ensure they will win qualifying Group K. There has been little doubt throughout the campaign that England...

Kane breaks ANOTHER England record with brace in Latvia win
Harry Kane created England history during Tuesday's 5-0 win over Latvia, as the Bayern Munich striker scored more than one goal for the 13th time in his Three Lions career. His brace in Riga beat Nat Lofthouse's record of 12 times achieving the...

Latvia Orders 841 Russians to Leave by October 13 Over Language and Security Compliance
Latvia has ordered 841 Russian citizens to leave the country by October 13 for failing to meet the requirements for proving knowledge of Latvian and undergoing a security check, official data show. After Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in...

England reach World Cup with thumping Latvia win as Kane hits brace
KANE AND GORDON STAR AS ENGLAND REACH 2026 WORLD CUP IN STYLE England became the first UEFA team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup as they tore apart Latvia 5-0 in Riga. The result came via a Harry Kane brace and goals from Eberechi Eze and...

England thrash Latvia to reach World Cup
England confirmed their qualification for next summer's World Cup by overwhelming Latvia in Riga. Thomas Tuchel's side needed victory to assure their place in the showpiece, the outcome never in doubt as England outclassed a Latvian side ranked...

Saeima to consider withdrawal from Istanbul Convention on Thursday
On Thursday, 23 October, the Saeima will consider the draft law on Latvia's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention in the first reading, the Saeima Foreign Affairs Committee decided on Wednesday. The draft law is being submitted to the Saeima for...

Latvia orders over 800 Russian citizens to leave by mid-October
The Latvian government has ordered 841 Russian citizens to leave the country by Oct. 13, citing their failure to meet legal requirements, including proof of Latvian language proficiency and passing a national security screening, Politico reported...

Rosļikovs had Latvian security service's permission to visit Estonia
Rīga City Council member Aleksejs Rosļikovs ("For Stability!") had permission from the Latvian State Security Service (VDD) to visit Estonia this week, it emerged on Tuesday – despite which his visit ended with him promptly being sent back to...

Zakharova calls Latvia’s decision to deport Russians inhumane barbarism
On October 14, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called Latvia's decision to deport Russians who did not confirm their knowledge of the Latvian language inhumane barbarism and Nazism, APA reports, citing Izvestia. She also noted...

England beat Latvia to secure '26 World Cup spot
England captain Harry Kane scored twice against Latvia. Carl Recine/Getty ImagesEngland booked their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 5-0 thrashing of Latvia in qualifying on Tuesday. Thomas Tuchel's side went into the game knowing that...
England dominates Latvia to secure World Cup qualification
BERLIN, Oct. 14 (Xinhua) -- Harry Kane netted a brace as England sealed its place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 5-0 win over Latvia on Tuesday. Coach Thomas Tuchel made two changes from the side that defeated Wales, with Myles...

Three things we learnt as England secure World Cup qualification after dominant Latvia win
England secured their spot in the 2026 World Cup after a commanding 5-0 victory over Latvia on Tuesday evening. Thomas Tuchel's side continued their excellent run of form that sees them boast a perfect qualifying record so far, while they are...

FIFA World Cup 2026: England qualifies after routing Latvia, Portugal made to wait despite Ronaldo double
England became the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday (October 14, 2025) but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding a stoppage-time equalizer against Hungary. England won 5-0 at Latvia,...