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England qualify for 2026 World Cup after convincing win over Latvia
14 October 2025, 15:32 | Updated: 14 October 2025, 21:48 England are through to next summer's World Cup thanks to a convincing 5-0 win over Latvia in their latest qualifier. Thomas Tuchel's side have dominated their group in the qualifying games...

England qualify for World Cup with rout of Latvia
Harry Kane scored twice as England secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup after a 5-0 thrashing of Latvia on Tuesday. Anthony Gordon opened the scoring in Riga before Kane took his tally for club and country this season to 21 goals in 13...

England reaches 2026 World Cup by routing Latvia. Ronaldo and Portugal miss chance to clinch a spot
By: The Associated Press Posted: 3:48 PM CDT Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025 RIGA, Latvia (AP) — England became the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding...

England thrash Latvia to qualify for World Cup
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...

England qualifies for 2026 World Cup with 5-0 win over Latvia
By Canadian Press on October 14, 2025. RIGA, Latvia (AP) — England qualifies for 2026 World Cup with 5-0 win over Latvia. The Associated Press 4 -3 Please login to comment 0 Comments Inline Feedbacks View all comments

Harry Kane double leads England to World Cup with rout of Latvia
Harry Kane helped fire England to World Cup qualification after a 5–0 win against Latvia on a night Thomas Tuchel was teased by fans. Captain Kane returned from injury to score two first-half goals and continue his goal glut amid a remarkable...

England Eyes World Cup Qualification Against Latvia Tonight
RIGA, Latvia — England aims to secure its place in the 2026 World Cup with a victory against Latvia tonight at 7:45 PM BST. Under head coach Thomas Tuchel, the Three Lions have dominated Group K, winning all five of their qualifiers without...

Latvia orders more than 800 Russian citizens to leave by mid-October
Around 30,000 Russian citizens were affected by the new rules. While most managed to comply, about 2,600 have voluntarily left Latvia. However, 841 Russian citizens failed to submit the required documents in time. They have now been notified to...

England fans take aim at Gary Neville after Union Jack row with brutal chants against Latvia
England supporters in Riga turned their back on Gary Neville during Tuesday's World Cup qualifier, with offensive chants branding the former defender a "w***er" ringing out from the away section. The chants appeared to be a direct response to Mr...

England Fans React to Tuchel Comments With Chants Against Latvia
England supporters made their feelings clear about Thomas Tuchel’s recent comments accusing them of being 'quiet', chanting during the match against Latvia to voice their reaction. Tuchel, 52, was far from happy with the atmosphere during...

What TV channel is Latvia vs England World Cup qualifier on: Team line-up and live stream
Abbie Meehan Sports Writer U-35s and Neil Docking 19:17, 14 Oct 2025 Thomas Tuchel looks set to lead England to the World Cup(Image: Getty Images) Thomas Tuchel is on the brink of qualifying for his first World Cup with England, if they can secure...

Distance no protection from Russian aggression, Latvian politician warns Ireland
Ireland is geographically distant from the threat posed by Russia, but it is not immune to suffering cyberattacks or other harm orchestrated by it, a leading Latvian politician has warned. Professor Janis Vucans, who chairs the Latvian...

How to watch Latvia vs England for *FREE* — Stream FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Stream Latvia vs England on ITVX (FREE) Kick-Off: 7.45pm BST / 2.45pm ET Use NordVPN to unblock free ITV stream Latvia vs England promises to be an entertaining game, with the Three Lions able to secure FIFA 2026 World Cup qualification with a...

NIB finances large Latvian wind farm
The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) gave a 16-year, 28 million euro loan to “Project Simpson”, a greenfield wind energy development located in Smiltene, northeastern Latvia, announced the bank. Once operational, the wind farm is expected to generate...
IMF cuts Latvia's GDP growth forecast
RIGA, Oct. 14 (Xinhua) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded Latvia's gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecasts for this year and next, according to the IMF's latest World Economic Outlook, published on Tuesday. In the...

England reaches 2026 World Cup by routing Latvia; Portugal misses chance to clinch a spot
England became the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding a stoppage-time equalizer against Hungary. England won 5-0 at Latvia, with captain Harry...

Harry Kane (C) scored twice as England won 5-0 in Latvia to clinch qualification for next year's World Cup
Barron, WI (54812) Today Cloudy with light rain this evening. Low near 45F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%.. Tonight Cloudy with light rain this evening. Low near 45F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%. Updated: October...

How England qualified for the 2026 World Cup with thumping five-goal win in Latvia
When asked if he minds fans chanting jokily about the noise they are making while speaking to the media after the match, Thomas Tuchel said: 💬 “No, no, no. They had a reason today from my last comments and I guess that’s fair enough. I got a bit...

Cartuna Picks Up Latvia Oscar Entry Animated ’Dog of God’ for North American Distribution (EXCLUSIVE)
Cartuna has acquired North American distribution rights to “Dog of God,” the animated feature written and directed by Latvian filmmakers Lauris Ābele and Raitis Ābele, following its screening at the Sitges Film Festival. The company will release...

What's Good in the Valley: Dragoons on the move, in preparation for exercises in Latvia
Advancing troops are not a cause for concern as operations are being conducted under the auspices of the Department of National Defence, beginning Wednesday (October 15th) and continuing through Saturday (October 18th). The Royal Canadian Dragoons...