In an electrifying World Cup qualifier at Wembley Stadium, England secured a 3-0 victory over Latvia. Reece James stole the spotlight early, curling a stunning free kick into the top corner after 37 minutes – his first goal in 18 appearances – to break down a disciplined Latvian side.
The second half saw a display of teamwork and tactical finesse. Young midfielder Morgan Rogers combined smoothly with Declan Rice to pave the way for a precise tap-in from Harry Kane, energizing the home crowd. Shortly after, Eberechi Eze scored his maiden international goal, his shot finding the net after a slight deflection.
New coach Thomas Tuchel, in only his second game in charge, expressed satisfaction with the result despite the performance nuances against a side ranked 136 places behind in the FIFA standings. Praising the returning James, Tuchel highlighted the quality and sharp form that have become key attributes in England's current campaign.
England now stands as the hot favorite in Group K, well on course for a spot in the 2026 World Cup. In a wider qualification context, Albania, Poland, and other nations delivered mixed outcomes, promising an exciting journey ahead for global soccer fans and young sports enthusiasts alike.
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