Latvian football passions: in the sign of a newcomer, the head coach of the Latvian national team Paulo Nicolato presented the final squad for the upcoming Nations League games in November. The list includes 25 players, including a new name, which may add fresh strength to the national team. On November 12, the Latvians will meet Montenegro, and on November 15, they will play a home game in their home stadium. The obvious choice to include a new player raises questions about how such a roster will affect the performance of the game. Will the changes have a positive effect on Latvia's position in the international arena? It is important to remember that even small changes in the lineup can have big consequences on the tactics of the game and the mood of the team. The kaleidoscope of changes in the team promises not only new challenges, but also risks that must be faced.