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England Cruise Past Latvia in Dominant Display at Wembley

England produced a commanding performance on Friday night as they swept aside Latvia in a one-sided encounter at Wembley Stadium. The Three Lions showed their class and depth, controlling the game from start to finish and securing a convincing win that keeps them top of their qualification group.

From the opening whistle, Gareth Southgate’s men looked in complete control. Their passing was crisp, the movement sharp, and the intensity relentless. It took only a few minutes for England to open the scoring, with Harry Kane firing home from close range after clever build-up play involving Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham.

The early goal set the tone for the rest of the match. Latvia, ranked well below England in FIFA’s world standings, struggled to get out of their own half as the hosts dictated every aspect of the game. Bukayo Saka doubled England’s lead with a fine curling effort before half-time, while Declan Rice added a third after a corner was only partially cleared.

In the second half, Southgate used the opportunity to rotate his squad. Cole Palmer and Eberechi Eze came on and impressed, adding flair and creativity to England’s attacking play. Palmer capped off his performance with his first senior international goal — a composed finish into the bottom corner after a slick passing move.

Latvia managed a few counter-attacking chances late on, but Jordan Pickford remained largely untroubled between the posts. The match ended 4-0, a scoreline that accurately reflected England’s dominance and professionalism throughout the evening.

Speaking after the game, Southgate praised his side’s focus:

“It was important we maintained our standards regardless of the opposition. The players showed great attitude and teamwork tonight.”

With qualification looking all but secured, England’s attention will now turn to tougher fixtures ahead as they continue preparations for next summer’s European Championships.

Key Points:

England 4–0 Latvia at Wembley

Goals: Kane, Saka, Rice, Palmer

England remain unbeaten in their qualification campaign

Strong performances from Bellingham and Foden in midfield

Conclusion:

England’s dominant display against Latvia showcased not only their attacking strength but also their depth and composure. While the opposition offered little resistance, the professionalism and confidence displayed by Southgate’s side will please fans and management alike as they build momentum towards the Euros.

Attached is a news article regarding England vs Latvia 

https://news.sky.com/story/england-qualify-for-2026-world-cup-after-convincing-win-over-latvia-13450126

Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley 

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