Thomas Tuchel manages England feat Gareth Southgate never did after 3-0 win over Latvia

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Callum Vurley

By Callum Vurley


Published: 24/03/2025

- 22:16

England cruised to a 3-0 win over Latvia at Wembley on Monday night

England secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Latvia in their World Cup qualifier at Wembley on Monday evening.

The Three Lions continued their winning start under new manager Thomas Tuchel, following Friday night's 2-0 triumph against Albania.


Reece James and Eberechi Eze both netted their first international goals for England in what proved to be a routine affair against the Baltic nation.

Harry Kane was also on the scoresheet as England dominated proceedings throughout the match.

Thomas Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel's England claimed an easy win over Latvia

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The result marks Tuchel's second consecutive win since taking over the national team, with the German's tenure off to an impressive start.

Latvia managed to keep England at bay for 38 minutes before James broke the deadlock with a spectacular free-kick into the top corner.

The Chelsea defender's strike was a moment of individual brilliance that ignited the Wembley crowd.

James made history with his effort, becoming the first England defender to score a direct free-kick at the national stadium since Stuart Pearce in 1992.

Pearce had converted a free-kick in England's 4-0 win over Turkey that year.

It was a fitting way for James to open his international account, demonstrating the technical quality that has made him such a valuable asset for club and country.

England doubled their lead midway through the second half when Declan Rice drilled the ball across the face of goal.

Kane was perfectly positioned at the back post to tap in for a simple finish, adding to his goal against Albania on Friday.

James

Reece James scored a fine free-kick to make it 1-0

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The Three Lions captain continues to demonstrate his clinical finishing ability on the international stage.

Substitute Eze then capped off the evening by scoring his first goal for England with a deflected effort.

The Crystal Palace midfielder came off the bench to make an immediate impact, putting the result beyond any doubt.

It was a fitting reward for England's dominance throughout the qualifier against their overmatched opponents.

Eze

Eberechi Eze wrapped up all three points with a lovely solo effort

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Tuchel has now achieved something no permanent England manager has managed since Fabio Capello in 2008.

The German has become the first since the Italian to win his first two competitive games in charge of the Three Lions.

It represents a perfect start for Southgate's successor as England build momentum in their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

The national team will return to action in June with another World Cup qualifier against Andorra.

England also have an international friendly against Senegal scheduled for June 10 at the City Ground.