The FIFA World Cup Qualifying – UEFA Group K campaign culminates with a high-stakes fixture as England host Serbia at the iconic Wembley Stadium. The Three Lions have enjoyed an exceptional qualifying cycle, securing their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with games to spare, maintaining a perfect record. For England, this match is about maintaining momentum, finishing the campaign flawlessly, and cementing their status as one of Europe’s elite. Serbia, however, arrives at Wembley with everything still to play for. They are locked in a tense battle with Albania for the crucial second-place play-off position and desperately need a positive result to control their own destiny in the final matchday. This fixture promises a passionate contest, pitting England’s dynamic attack against Serbia’s potent forward line in a key battle for the final Group K standings.
Match Details
This midweek match is one of the final, crucial fixtures in the UEFA World Cup qualification tournament for Group K.
DetailInformationCompetitionFIFA World Cup Qualifying – UEFAPhaseGroup K – Matchday 9 (Penultimate Match)DateThursday, November 13, 2025Kick-off7:45 PM UK Time (8:45 PM CET)VenueWembley Stadium, London, England
Team Form and Analysis for England
World Cup Qualifying Performance and Unblemished Record
England are currently in 1st position in Group K with a remarkable 18 points from six matches, securing their qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Their record stands at six wins, zero draws, and zero losses.
Under manager Thomas Tuchel, The Three Lions have been dominant, showcasing a powerful blend of attacking flair and defensive solidity. Their qualification run includes convincing victories such as a 5-0 thrashing of Latvia and a commanding 2-0 win over Albania. Most relevantly, they secured a resounding 5-0 victory away to Serbia earlier in the campaign, demonstrating their clear superiority. England’s team depth and tactical flexibility have been key, allowing them to consistently score goals while conceding very few. With qualification secured, the focus shifts to maintaining their 100% record and giving fringe players a chance to stake their claim for the World Cup squad, though a strong line-up is still expected to assert dominance over a team fighting for their lives.
Key Player: Jude Bellingham
Midfielder Jude Bellingham has developed into one of the most influential players in world football and is central to England’s success. His box-to-box dynamism, exceptional goal-scoring ability from midfield, and tactical intelligence make him a nightmare for opposition defences. Bellingham scored the decisive goal in England’s 1-0 win over Serbia at Euro 2024 and his ability to dictate the pace of the game and provide moments of genuine quality will be vital for breaking down Serbia’s deep-lying defence and controlling the midfield battle.
Team Form and Analysis for Serbia
World Cup Qualifying Campaign and Play-Off Battle
Serbia are currently in 3rd position in Group K with 10 points from six matches, a record of three wins, one draw, and two losses.
The Orlovi (The Eagles), managed by Veljko Paunović, find themselves in a tense race for the second-place play-off spot, trailing Albania by one point. Their form has been inconsistent, featuring a 3-0 home win against Andorra and a crucial 1-0 away win against Latvia. However, they suffered two major setbacks: a 5-0 home defeat to England and a tight 1-0 home loss to rivals Albania. Serbia possesses formidable attacking talent, particularly their two star strikers, but they have struggled to convert chances against the stronger sides in the group and their defence has been vulnerable. Knowing they must chase a result at Wembley, Serbia will rely on their physicality and ability to transition quickly from defence to attack to shock the hosts and seize control of the play-off race.
Key Player: Aleksandar Mitrović
Forward and captain Aleksandar Mitrović is the most prolific goalscorer in Serbia’s history and remains their primary threat in the final third. His immense physicality, aerial dominance, and clinical finishing in the box make him a constant menace. Mitrović’s role will be twofold: to occupy England’s central defenders and to be the focal point for Serbia’s attacks, converting any crosses or chances that come his way. Given the difficulty of the fixture, Serbia’s hopes of scoring heavily rest squarely on his ability to perform.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The recent competitive head-to-head record is minimal but heavily weighted in favour of England.
MetricEngland WinsDrawsSerbia WinsTotal Meetings (Since 2024)200Recent WCQ Result (Sep 2025)England 5-0 Serbia (A)England’s Goals Scored (WCQ H2H)6 (in 2 matches)
In their only two competitive meetings since Serbia’s independence, England has won both matches, scoring six goals and conceding zero. The most recent clash saw England deliver a comprehensive 5-0 defeat to Serbia in Belgrade in the current qualifying campaign. Prior to that, England secured a narrow 1-0 victory in the Group Stage of Euro 2024. This recent history firmly establishes England’s dominance and provides a strong psychological advantage heading into the Wembley encounter.
Players to Watch
England
Harry Kane (Forward): England’s all-time record goalscorer, Kane’s movement, link-up play, and clinical penalty-box finishing remain world-class. He will lead the line, aiming to add to his World Cup Qualifying tally and exploit any lapses in the Serbian defensive focus.
Declan Rice (Midfielder): The defensive midfielder is the anchor of the team. His ability to intercept passes, cover ground, and transition defence into attack with quick, accurate passing is vital for controlling the tempo and nullifying the potential threat of the Serbian counter-attack.
Serbia
Dušan Vlahović (Forward): The powerful Juventus striker forms a terrifying partnership with Mitrović. His speed, technical ability, and excellent finishing provide a secondary but equally dangerous goal threat. He will look to exploit space left behind by England’s high defensive line.
Filip Kostić (Left Midfielder/Wing-Back): A vital component of the Serbian wide play, Kostić’s relentless running and exceptional crossing ability pose a consistent threat. His delivery from the left flank will be essential for creating scoring opportunities for the central strikers.
Prediction
England’s home advantage, perfect qualification record, and commanding head-to-head history against Serbia make them the clear favourites for this clash. The Three Lions are a well-oiled machine under Tuchel, capable of sustained pressure and clinical finishing. While Serbia’s desperation for a play-off spot will fuel a fierce performance, and their attacking duo is world-class, their defensive vulnerabilities against elite opposition, evidenced by the 5-0 reverse fixture, are a major concern. England’s depth of quality, particularly in midfield and attack, is expected to overwhelm the visitors, allowing the home side to celebrate a dominant campaign finish at Wembley.
Score Prediction: England 3-1 Serbia
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This critical FIFA World Cup Qualifying – UEFA match is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms globally.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match will be available to watch and stream live on ITV1 and the ITVX streaming service, as well as on STV for viewers in Scotland.
In the United States (US), the match is typically available to watch and stream live on FOX Sports networks or their associated streaming services like Fubo TV or ViX+.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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