Weltmeisterschaft | England ist das erste europäische Land, das sich für die Weltmeisterschaft 2026 qualifiziert hat, nachdem es Lettland mit 5-0 besiegt hat.

England achieved a convincing victory with 5-0 against Latvia, with Anthony Gordon opening the scoring and Harry Kane scoring a "double" in the 44th and 45+4 minutes, including a penalty. Ciganiks' own goal and Eberechi Eze's success completed the scoreline. With this victory, England secures qualification for the 2026 World Cup ahead of the matches in November.

At the same time, Italy defeated Israel 3-0, with Mateo Retegui scoring two goals and Gianluca Mancini writing his first goal for the national team in the 90+3 minute. This victory gives the Italians a chance to reach the qualifying playoffs, although Norway leads the group.