"England are just one win away from confirming their place at the 2026 World Cup. Thomas Tuchel's side travel to Latvia this evening knowing a win will be enough to guarantee their presence in the USA, Canada and Mexico next summer after Serbia's loss at the weekend. The Three Lions still have a job to do, though and will not be taking anything for granted as they look to get over the line."
"Adopting their usual five-at-the-back formation, Krisjanis Zviedris will be relying on his defence to provide a large amount of protection from a formidable Three Lions attack. And at the other end of the pitch, Vladislavs Gutkovskis may cut an isolated figure as the No.9, and must finish any chance that does come his way if Latvia are to stand a chance."
"Tuchel has had plenty of selection headaches since taking over as England boss, and there have been a few eyebrow-raising picks so far in his tenure. But the German head coach has not opted to change much from the win over Wales. The main difference is that captain Harry Kane is back fit and available to lead the line, while Myles Lewis-Skelly gets another nod at left-back, with Djed Spence shifting to the right."
England require one win in Latvia to confirm qualification for the 2026 World Cup following Serbia's recent loss. Thomas Tuchel largely retains the team that beat Wales, with Harry Kane returning to lead the attack, Myles Lewis-Skelly at left-back and Djed Spence at right-back. Elliot Anderson and Anthony Gordon start, with Gordon replacing Marcus Rashford. Latvia will deploy a five-at-the-back formation under Paolo Nicolate, relying on Krisjanis Zviedris and a compact defence to limit England and on Vladislavs Gutkovskis to convert scarce attacking opportunities.
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