England Secure 3-0 Victory Over Latvia as Reece James and Eberechi Eze Shine in World Cup Qualifier

England secured a 3-0 victory over Latvia in their World Cup qualifying match at Wembley Stadium on March 24, 2025. This result marks their second consecutive win under manager Thomas Tuchel, following a 2-0 triumph against Albania.

Chelsea right-back Reece James, making his first England start since 2022, opened the scoring in the 38th minute with a well-placed free-kick. The second goal came in the 68th minute when Harry Kane capitalized on a well-constructed attacking move involving Marcus Rashford and Morgan Rogers, finishing from close range. Eberechi Eze, who came off the bench, added a third goal in the 76th minute with a solo effort, marking his first senior international goal.

Although England controlled the match, their performance was not without challenges. Latvia's disciplined defensive approach made it difficult for the hosts to create clear-cut opportunities, particularly in the first half. Thomas Tuchel acknowledged the difficulties but commended the team’s patience and the contributions of players like James and Rogers.

With this win, England moves to the top of Group K with six points, ahead of Albania and Latvia, who have three points each. The team will aim to build on this momentum as they continue their qualifying campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.