Gibraltar vs Latvia prediction 26.03.2026 | UEFA Nations League

Gibraltar head into this fixture in very poor form, having lost all of their last eight competitive matches across competitions, excluding international friendlies. Their recent results include heavy defeats to the Czech Republic (6-0) and Croatia (3-0), as well as losses to Montenegro (2-1), Faroe Islands (1-0), and New Caledonia (2-0), underlining significant defensive vulnerabilities and limited attacking output. Their last international victory came nearly two years ago, a 1-0 win over San Marino in UEFA Nations League, League D.

From a squad perspective, Gibraltar are expected to rely on experienced players such as Liam Walker and Roy Chipolina, while goalkeeper Dayle Coleing remains crucial in limiting damage against stronger opponents. There are no widely reported major injury concerns ahead of this match, but the lack of depth and limited attacking creativity remain structural weaknesses. Gibraltar’s record of just one win in their last 20 matches further emphasizes the scale of the challenge they face in this playoff.

Latvia arrive with slightly more encouraging underlying numbers, despite mixed recent results. Their last six matches include a 1-2 defeat to Serbia, a 0-0 draw with North Macedonia, a heavy 5-0 loss to England, a 2-2 draw with Andorra, and narrow defeats to Albania and Serbia. Their only win in the World Cup qualification campaign came against Andorra on matchday one, which is also their only away victory in the last seven competitive international fixtures.

Key players such as Vladislavs Gutkovskis, Roberts Uldriķis, and Kristers Tobers are expected to form the backbone of Latvia’s tactical setup, with the team likely to focus on structured buildup and set-piece opportunities. No major injury issues have been widely reported ahead of the first leg, allowing Latvia to field a relatively stable lineup.