Kane bags a brace as England thrash Latvia and book World Cup spot | OneFootball

This Tuesday, in the seventh round of the European Qualifiers, England defeated Latvia 5-0 and secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup at Daugavas Stadium in Riga. The English goals were scored by Harry Kane (twice), Anthony Gordon, Maksims Tonisevs (own goal), and Eze.

Qualifiers Situation

With six matches played, England maintains a 100% record and leads Group K with 18 points. Thus, unable to be caught, the team led by Tuchel has secured its place in the next World Cup, which will take place in Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

Latvia, on the other hand, is in a delicate situation, occupying fourth place with only five points.

📋 Match Summary

LATVIA 0 X 5 ENGLAND

🏆 Competition: European Qualifiers 🏟️ Venue: Daugavas Stadium, Riga 📅 Date: October 14, 2025 (Tuesday) ⏰ Time: 3:45 PM (Brasília time)

Goals ⚽ Anthony Gordon, 26′ 1st Half (England) ⚽ Harry Kane, 44′ 1st Half (England) ⚽ Harry Kane, 46′ 1st Half (England, penalty) ⚽ Maksims Tonisevs (own goal), 17′ 2nd Half (England) ⚽ Eberechi Eze, 41′ 2nd Half (England)

How was the match?

First Half

At 26 minutes, Anthony Gordon opened the scoring for the English team. The winger advanced through the opposing defense and finished precisely from the edge of the area, making it 1-0 in Riga. Later, at 44 minutes, England extended their lead with Harry Kane, who capitalized on a ball recovery in attack and placed the ball in the corner of the goalkeeper.

Before the break, Kane also converted a penalty, scoring the third goal for the British team.

Second Half

In the final stage, an own goal by Latvian defender Maksims Tonisevs increased England's advantage, turning the score into a rout. Finally, at 41 minutes, Eberechi Eze closed the match with a powerful shot from outside the area, sealing the victory for the visitors.

Upcoming Matches

Latvia

North Macedonia vs Latvia – European Qualifiers Date and Time: 11/13/2025, at 12 PM Venue: Tose Proeski Arena

England

England vs Serbia – European Qualifiers Date and Time: 11/13/2025, at 4:45 PM Venue: Wembley Stadium

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