Late goals against Israel lift Latvia WU-19 to historic promotion in European qualifiers
Latvia’s WU-19 national team achieved a historic milestone in Malta, defeating Israel 3:2 to secure promotion to the A league for the first time. The victory capped an unbeaten campaign that included wins over Malta and Kazakhstan, highlighting rapid progress within the age group under head coach Didzis Matīss. The team will learn its next opponents on 5 December.
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Latvia extends contract with U-19 head coach Viktors Dobrecovs following strong European Qualifying results
The Latvian Football Federation has extended U-19 head coach Viktors Dobrecovs’ contract for two years after the team’s second straight qualification for the UEFA Elite Round and consecutive Baltic Cup titles. Appointed in February 2024, Dobrecovs has overseen significant progress, with LFF president Vadims Ļašenko citing the team’s clear development and strong international performances.
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Futsal National team coach Bellarte signs a contract extension
The Latvian Football Federation has confirmed a two-year contract extension for national futsal team head coach Massimiliano Bellarte, strengthening stability just two months before Latvia’s first-ever appearance at the UEFA Futsal European Championship. Rīga will host part of the group stage of the tournament.
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FIFA orders Valmiera to settle debt with former player Korobenko within 45 days
FIFA has ruled that Valmiera FC must pay former player Andriy Korobenko outstanding bonuses from the 2024 season within 45 days or face a ban on registering new players. The debt, worth tens of thousands of euros, is one of two similar cases involving the club. Korobenko, now at Liepāja, filed his claim with LPFA support.
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LFF Referees department: Treimanis decisions were correct (+ video)
The Latvian Football Federation has published explanations from its Referees’ Department regarding the key incidents in the decisive Virslīga promotion/relegation match, stating that referee Andris Treimanis made the correct decisions in issuing two red cards and awarding a penalty.
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Referee threatened by Alberts fans after promotion/relegation playoff; LFF issues official statement
Following the final match of the Virslīga promotion playoffs, referee Andris Treimanis published a sharply critical Facebook post, accusing JDFS Alberts supporters and members of the club’s management of endangering the safety of him and his officiating team during the match, during the breaks, and even after the final whistle. Alberts head coach Artūrs Zakreševskis later responded with his own statement, and the Latvian Football Federation eventually issued an official reaction as well.
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Orols returns to Riga FC and becomes the first off-season signing
Latvian champions Riga FC have announced their first signing of the off-season by bringing in goalkeeper Frenks Dāvids Orols, marking the return of the 25-year-old shot-stopper to the club’s system.
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Auda top-scorer Nguena and first-choice goalkeeper Ozols depart from team
Latvian Cup winners FK Auda have announced that midfielder Kemehlo Nguena and goalkeeper Roberts Ozols will not be part of the squad next season, as their contracts have expired.
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Tukums 2000 secure Reingolcs for another season
FK Tukums 2000 have announced that centre-back Rūdolfs Reingolcs will remain with the club for the upcoming season, extending his stay into a eight consecutive year with the first team.
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RFS sign one of the Auda leaders Clemente
FC RFS have strengthened their midfield with the signing of Portuguese player Matheus Clemente, securing the 27-year-old on a long-term deal ahead of the new Latvian Virslīga season.
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Jelgava sign Reķis as first winter addition
Latvian Virslīga club FS Jelgava have announced their first signing of the off-season, completing the acquisition of former FK Metta attacker Kristofers Reķis.
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Auda cup final scorer Jackson Kenio will not stay with the team
Latvian Cup winners FK Auda have confirmed that Brazilian midfielder Jackson Kenio will not remain at the club for the upcoming season.
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Dašķevičs delivers Auda their second Latvian Cup title
In a dramatic and hard-fought Latvian Cup final, FK Auda stunned the footballing establishment once again, defeating Riga FC 2-1 to lift the trophy for only the second time in the club’s history. The hero of the night was undoubtedly Eduards Dašķevičs, a player on loan from Riga FC themselves, who delivered a masterclass performance with a crucial assist and the match-winning goal.
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Latvian Cup final: Riga FC chase the double, Auda for their second Cup and spot in Europe
Tonight, the Skonto Stadium in Riga will host the Latvian Cup Final between Riga FC, freshly crowned champions of the Latvian Virslīga, and FK Auda, who will aim not only to claim their second Latvian Cup title but also to secure the final European competition spot for next season. Kick-off is at 19:45.
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Riga FC dominates against Liepāja and join Auda in the Cup final
Riga FC have booked their place in the Latvian Cup final, joining FK Auda, after a commanding 4-0 away victory over FK Liepāja, the current third-placed side in the Virslīga.
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Auda stun RFS to reach Latvian Cup final once again
For the second year in a row - and the fourth time in the last five seasons - FK Auda have booked their place in the Latvian Cup final, defeating reigning champions and cup holders FC RFS 2-0 at LNK Sporta Parks. The win served as sweet revenge for last year’s heartbreaking extra-time loss in the final.
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Riga FC Women and Auda reach Latvian Cup final
Riga FC Women and FK Auda reached the Latvian Women’s Cup final with semi-final wins on Wednesday. Riga thrashed holders RFS Women 4–0 thanks to doubles from Natsumi Taketa and Kumba Brima, while Nikola Brahmane’s early penalty gave Auda a 1–0 victory over Rīgas Futbola skola. Neither side has previously lifted the trophy.
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RFS and Auda set for another Cup showdown: Semi-finals draw announced
The Latvian Cup semi-finals are set after Tuesday’s draw, with defending champions RFS paired against 2022 winners Auda in a high-stakes rematch, while Liepāja take on Riga FC. The ties will be played on 17–18 September, with the final scheduled for 30 October.
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Gutkovskis leaves South Korean side Daejeon
Latvian national team forward Vladislavs Gutkovskis has announced that he will leave South Korean top-flight club Daejeon Hana Citizen, bringing an end to nearly three seasons with the K League side.
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Krollis scores again as Slovan Liberec hit six past Karviná
Latvian forward Raimonds Krollis continued his fine form in the Czech First League, scoring for the second consecutive match as Slovan Liberec recorded a dominant 6-0 victory over MFK Karviná.
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Another Super Nova talent joins Palermo Academy
Latvian club SK Super Nova has announced that another of their academy players has joined the youth system of Italian Serie B side Palermo FC - this time, it’s 16-year-old central defender Kārlis Viļums.
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Matrevics and Saarma face off as both player clubs share a point
Latvian goalkeeper Rihards Matrevics once again started in goal for FK Dukla Prague in the Czech First League, helping his side earn a 1-1 draw away to FK Pardubice, the club of Estonian international winger Robi Saarma.
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Krollis ends goal drought in a Slovan Liberec win (+ video)
Latvian striker Raimonds Krollis found the net for the first time since July 20, helping his side Slovan Liberec to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Slovacko in the Czech First League. Krollis also added an assist in what was one of his most complete performances of the season.
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Balodis gets assist as Tatran Prešov stun Slovan Bratislava (+ video)
A memorable night for Latvian footballers in Slovakia saw Tatran Prešov, featuring Gļebs Patika and Daniels Balodis, claim a remarkable 1-0 away victory over reigning champions Slovan Bratislava. Latvian national team defender Daniels Balodis provided the assist for the match-winning goal.
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