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England Qualify for 2026 World Cup With Two Matches to Spare

Harry Kane’s two goals in a 5-0 win at Latvia clinched Group K and secured an eighth straight finals berth.

Overview

  • England reached 18 points from six wins to lock up first place in Group K with two fixtures remaining.
  • England became the first European team to secure qualification for the 2026 tournament.
  • In Group E, Spain beat Bulgaria 4-0 to stay perfect through four matches, with Turkey on nine points after a 4-1 win over Georgia.
  • Group F leaders Portugal drew 2-2 with Hungary to move to 10 points at three wins and one draw, with Hungary on five.
  • In Group I, Italy defeated Israel 3-0 to reach 15 points.