Andorra faces defeat at the hands of Latvia in their World Cup qualifying opener.
In a thrilling World Cup qualifying match held at Wembley Stadium on March 28, 2025, England emerged victorious against Latvia, securing a comprehensive 3-0 win. This triumph was a significant step forward for England's campaign to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as they continued their unbeaten run in the qualifiers, winning their first three matches.
The match against Latvia followed England's impressive 2-0 victory over Albania and marked the team's second home game in the qualifying campaign. England's strong performance helped them accumulate 6 points from the first two home matches.
Latvia, on the other hand, struggled in this away fixture and were unable to find the back of the net, with England keeping a clean sheet in the process. The winning goal was scored by Dario Šits midway through the second half.
Prior to this encounter, Latvia had begun their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 1-0 victory over Andorra on March 21. However, the match between Latvia and England was a stark contrast to their opening game, with the pitch in the Pyrenees looking lumpy compared to the well-maintained Wembley Stadium.
The next game for Latvia is not affected by torrential rain or played on a lumpy-looking pitch, as they will face England again in London on a Monday. This will be the second meeting between the two teams in the World Cup qualifying campaign, with England being the next opponent for Latvia.
England's strong start to the qualifiers has put them in a comfortable position at the top of their group, setting the stage for an exciting race to the 2026 World Cup. The match between Latvia and England promises to be an intriguing contest, with both teams aiming to secure valuable points in their quest for World Cup qualification.
In the forthcoming match between Latvia and England in London on a Monday, both teams will aim to secure valuable points in their quest for World Cup qualification, as this will be the second meeting between them in the qualifying campaign. With England's impressive 3-0 win over Latvia at Wembley Stadium, they have shown their potential in European leagues, especially in the Champions League.
