Latvia host Cyprus in Nations League Group C2 clash in Riga

match details and competition context

The UEFA Nations League Group C2 fixture between Latvia and Cyprus takes place on Monday, 28 September 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 UTC. The match will be held at Skonto Stadions in Riga. Both teams start the game with zero points after losing their opening matches in the group stage. Latvia is currently fourth in the table, while Cyprus sits just above them in third, with neither side having secured a win so far in the competition.

standings and recent form

Latvia have played one Nations League game so far, losing 0-2 away to Armenia. They have yet to register a goal in the campaign and have a goal difference of minus two. Their recent form across all competitions shows some inconsistency, with two wins, one draw and two losses in their last five matches. Latvia have scored three goals and conceded four across those games, averaging 0.6 goals per game and 0.8 goals against per game.

Cyprus also lost their opening group match, 1-2 away to Montenegro. They have scored once and conceded twice, leaving them third in the group with zero points and a goal difference of minus one. Their recent form mirrors Latvia’s in points, with two wins, one draw and two defeats in their last five matches. Cyprus have been more productive in attack recently, netting seven goals but conceding six, averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.2 goals conceded per game.

head-to-head history

This fixture is still relatively fresh, with just one previous meeting recorded. That encounter took place on 21 March 2024, a Nations League match hosted by Cyprus which finished in a 1-1 draw. Neither side has managed to claim victory against the other so far, with the only game between them resulting in an evenly contested stalemate. The match featured two goals in total, indicating a competitive but tight encounter.

what to expect

Both teams will be eager to claim their first points in this Nations League campaign as they face off in Riga. Latvia, playing at home, will look to improve on their recent away loss and find the net after a goalless defeat. Cyprus, despite their away loss in the group opener, have shown more attacking promise recently and may seek to exploit that in this fixture.

Given the close standings and shared recent form pattern, the game looks set to be a closely fought contest. The previous draw between the two suggests a balanced encounter, though Latvia might find some advantage playing on home turf. Fans can anticipate a competitive match as both sides aim to gain an early edge in Group C2.

Where the teams stand

Recent form

Head-to-head