ESPN.com · Oct 14, 2025

England qualify for 2026 World Cup after thumping Latvia 5-0

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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 three points would confirm their qualification for the showpiece event in the United States, Mexico and Canada next summer and achieved just that with goals from Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane and Eberechi Eze.

The all-important win in Latvia was England's sixth from six games in qualifying and maintained their record as the only unbeaten side in Group K. They are also yet to concede a goal.

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