The match proved to be a expected result as the national team's serene journey through Group K ended with an confirmed slot at the 2026 World Cup.
Key Moments
Anthony Gordon opened the scoring in the 26th minute, bending a exquisite strike into the opposite side of the net.
Harry Kane then added a rapid brace before the break—initially with a rasping attempt from the box, and then from the spot-kick after a VAR-reviewed handling incident.
The visitors notched two further finishes in the second half—the first an inadvertent deflection by a Latvian replacement, and the other a precise conversion from the midfielder.
Supporters' Chants
Throughout the match, the visiting supporters directed good-natured taunts at the head coach, addressing his earlier remarks about the home support.
Lyrics such as "You'll hear us when we choose" and "How's the volume?" were heard around the small venue.
Clean Sheet Record
England kept their flawless goals conceded stat in group matches, achieving their sixth zero goals against.
Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford extended his individual streak of shutouts for the England team to nine games.
Looking Ahead
Having booked their place, England can look forward to training for the global event.
Final games are left in the qualifying group, but the team has effectively won the section with a perfect run.
"The display showed a composed exhibition from England, and they did what was needed against resilient competitors."
- Anthony Gordon converted the first goal.
- Harry Kane added a quick double.
- England kept a shutout for the sixth fixture.
- Eberechi Eze completed the result with a late strike.
