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Latvian gov't approves 2026 budget bill
RIGA, Oct. 14 (Xinhua) -- The Latvian government on Tuesday approved the country's 2026 budget bill along with an accompanying package of draft legislation. Under the bill, consolidated budget revenue is projected at 16.064 billion euros (18.63...

England shines in 5-0 World Cup qualifier win against Latvia, player ratings revealed
England have thrashed Latvia 5-0, securing their spot in next summer's World Cup. Thomas Tuchel was brought on board with the specific mandate to end a 60-year drought at the upcoming tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. However,...

Latvia v England – World Cup 2026 qualifier
Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this feature England will qualify for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico if they beat Latvia tonight. It’ll only be a story if they fail to do it. Thomas Tuchel’s side...

Latvia vs England LIVE SCORE: Kane’s double, Gordon’s strike and an OG all but confirms World Cup spot – updates
HT: Latvia 0-3 England England need to avoid complacency now. It will show us what an England side under Tuchel is all about after the interval, stick or twist. The Three Lions could easily just shut up shop now and take the convincing scoreline....

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...

Tuchel laughs off taunts from England fans in Riga win
Thomas Tuchel took the taunts from England fans on the chin as his side booked their place at next summer's World Cup. Harry Kane’s first-half double along with goals from Anthony Gordon and Eberechi Eze and a Maksims Tonisevs own goal earned a...

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...

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...

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,...

Latvia to reduce benefits for Ukrainian refugees
The government on Tuesday approved amendments to the Law on Support for the Civilian Population of Ukraine, which provide for the discontinuation of several assistance measures, including one-time benefits for starting employment or...

Latvia's Freedom Monument in Riga is locked up amid fears 'pig-like' England fans will urinate on it with Three Lions set to secure World Cup place tonight
By ASHLEY GRAY Published: 05:32 EDT, 14 October 2025 | Updated: 07:04 EDT, 14 October 2025 Latvia's most famous monument has been fenced off amid fears that England fans could urinate on it. British tourists have previously been jailed for...

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

Latvia chiefs fence off sacred monument amid concerns England fans will urinate on it ahead of big match
Authorities in Riga have fenced off Latvia’s most revered landmark, the Freedom Monument, amid fears that visiting England football fans could desecrate it ahead of Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier. The precaution follows a series of incidents...

England qualify for World Cup with two games to spare as Latvia brushed aside
There were scenes of unified celebrations at the end, though, as England, who have won all six of their Group K qualifiers without conceding a goal, secured qualification for their eighth successive World Cup.

Three things we learned from England rout of Latvia as Thomas Tuchel finds magic formula
Goals from Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane (two) and Eberechi Eze, plus a freakish own goal by Maksims Tonisevs, ensured they confirmed their berth at next year’s World Cup finals, the inaugural edition of the expanded 48-team format.

Latvia vs England FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers Live Streaming Online: Get Free Live Telecast of LAT vs ENG Football Match in IST
Latvia vs England FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers Live Streaming and TV Telecast Details: England will look to secure a place in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers when they take on Latvia in an away tie in Group K. The Three Lions have won all...

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 vs England: Three Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries
The Latvia vs England clash is set to be a very entertaining and eventful clash as the two sides fight for three important points in their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier game on Tuesday evening. This Lavia vs England game is going to be a...

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...