Overview
- England routed Latvia 5-0 to become the first European team to qualify, completing six wins from six with no goals conceded.
- Harry Kane scored twice in Riga for his sixth goal in six qualifiers, with Anthony Gordon, Eberechi Eze and an own goal completing the tally.
- Cristiano Ronaldo netted a brace in Portugal’s 2-2 draw with Hungary and moved atop the all‑time World Cup qualifying list with 41 goals.
- Dominik Szoboszlai’s 90+1 minute strike denied Portugal an immediate berth; Roberto Martínez’s side stays top and can secure qualification in November.
- Italy beat Israel 3-0 behind a Mateo Retegui double, guaranteeing the Azzurri at least a UEFA playoff route as Israel’s direct hopes ended.