Serbia edged past Latvia with a hard-fought 2-1 home victory in their UEFA World Cup qualifier on November 17, 2025. The match was closer than many anticipated, with Serbia needing a late goal to secure all three points against a resilient Latvian side. Serbia took the lead in the first half, but Latvia fought back to equalize, setting up a tense finale. The winning goal came in the latter stages, sparing Serbian blushes and ensuring they kept pace at the top of their qualification group. While the performance was not entirely convincing, the result was ultimately what mattered for Serbia, showcasing their determination to grind out wins even when not at their fluent best.