Latvia vs England Preview

Riga’s Daugavas Stadions prepares to witness a compelling mismatch as the Baltic minnows host one of European football’s traditional giants in a World Cup qualifying encounter that promises contrasting narratives of hope and expectation. Latvia welcome England on 14th October 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 19:45 GMT, in what represents a monumental challenge for the home side and a routine assignment the Three Lions are expected to navigate with professionalism and precision. This fixture encapsulates the essence of World Cup qualifying – where established powerhouses must maintain focus against determined underdogs who will fight for every moment of glory on home soil. The intimate confines of the Daugavas Stadions will be filled with passionate Latvian supporters dreaming of an upset for the ages, while England’s traveling contingent will expect nothing less than a commanding performance that reinforces their status as qualification favorites.

Latvia’s qualifying campaign has been a sobering exercise in harsh realities, with the hosts struggling to compete against superior opposition throughout their group. Their most recent outing produced a 2-2 draw with Andorra on October 11th, a result that represents their best performance of the qualification period yet also highlights their inability to defeat even the group’s weakest team. Prior to that, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Albania in September, followed by a 1-0 reverse against Serbia earlier that month. The summer brought two draws – a 1-1 tie with Albania in June and a goalless encounter with Azerbaijan – suggesting a team capable of defensive organization but lacking the attacking quality to threaten elite opponents. The head-to-head record is virtually non-existent in competitive terms, with England having demolished Latvia 3-0 in their most recent World Cup qualifier back in March 2025, a result that accurately reflects the chasm in quality between these nations. Latvia have never beaten England in their history, and few expect that record to change in Riga.

England arrive in Latvia riding a wave of imperious form that has seen them establish themselves as one of Europe’s most dominant qualifying forces. The Three Lions’ recent performances have been nothing short of spectacular, with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Wales on October 9th their latest statement of intent. That triumph came after they demolished Serbia 5-0 in September, a performance that showcased their attacking depth and ruthless efficiency. Earlier in September, they secured a professional 2-0 victory over Andorra, while the summer brought mixed results – a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Senegal in a friendly offset by a crucial 1-0 triumph over Andorra in July. The statistical comparison reveals England’s overwhelming superiority across every metric, with the Three Lions boasting world-class talent in every position and a squad depth that allows them to rotate extensively without compromising quality. Team news adds intrigue to selection decisions, with England likely to rotate their squad given the perceived ease of this fixture and the need to manage player workloads during a congested qualifying period. The Three Lions will field a strong XI capable of controlling possession, dictating tempo, and exploiting any defensive vulnerabilities in the Latvian backline. Latvia, meanwhile, will deploy every tactical weapon at their disposal, likely setting up in a deep defensive block designed to frustrate England’s attacking forays and keep the scoreline respectable. Fans across Great Britain can watch this qualifier on ITV 1 UK, ITVX, or STV Scotland, while Irish viewers can tune in via ITVX, Virgin Media Two, or ITV 1 UK. German audiences can access coverage through DAZN Germany or Amazon Prime Video, American supporters can stream on fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video, or FOX One, and Latvian fans can watch their heroes on LTV7 Latvia, ensuring comprehensive coverage of what promises to be a fascinating David versus Goliath encounter.

Latvia (3-5-2)

Cîganiks, Zviedris, Cernomordijs, Varslavans, Veips, Balodis, Saveljevs, Sits, Gutkovskis, Zelenkovs, Savalnieks

England (4-2-3-1)

Konsa, Saka, Stones, Guehi, Pickford, Kane, Eze, Rice, Anderson, Lewis-Skelly, Rogers

🇱🇻 Latvia Recent Form

Last Five Games				Competition	W/D/L
Latvia	2 – 2	Andorra	Oct 11, 2025	World Cup Qualifying	🤝
Albania	1 – 0	Latvia	Sep 9, 2025	World Cup Qualifying	❌
Latvia	0 – 1	Serbia	Sep 6, 2025	World Cup Qualifying	❌
Latvia	1 – 1	Albania	Jun 10, 2025	World Cup Qualifying	🤝
Latvia	0 – 0	Azerbaijan	Jun 7, 2025	International Friendly	🤝

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England Recent Form

Last Five Games				Competition	W/D/L
England	3 – 0	Wales	Oct 9, 2025	International Friendly	✓
Serbia	0 – 5	England	Sep 9, 2025	World Cup Qualifying	✓
England	2 – 0	Andorra	Sep 6, 2025	World Cup Qualifying	✓
England	1 – 3	Senegal	Jun 10, 2025	International Friendly	❌
Andorra	0 – 1	England	Jun 7, 2025	World Cup Qualifying	✓

⚔️ Head to Head Record

Last Five Games				Competition
England	3 – 0	Latvia	Mar 24, 2025	World Cup Qualifying

📺 TV Listings / Streaming

Country	Broadcaster
🇬🇧 Great Britain	ITV 1 UK, ITVX, STV Player, STV Scotland
🇮🇪 Ireland	ITVX, ITV 1 UK, STV Scotland, Virgin Media Two
🇱🇻 Latvia	LTV7 Latvia
🇩🇪 Germany	DAZN Germany, Amazon Prime Video
🇺🇸 USA	fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video, FOX Sports App, FOX One
🇨🇦 Canada	DAZN Canada, Amazon Prime Video
🇦🇺 Australia	Stan Sport
🇵🇹 Portugal	Sport TV Multiscreen, Sport TV4
🇵🇱 Poland	Polsat Box Go, Polsat Sport Premium 2
🇬🇷 Greece	ERT 2, Nova Sports Premier League