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Gareth Southgate's side earned their spot at the next World Cup with a convincing victory over their opponents on Tuesday evening.

England's Starting XI

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of good saves in the latter period to preserve his impressive clean sheet run. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football seamlessly. Tougher tests are coming, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – A pair of fixtures in less than a week will do the City defender a great benefit. Still one of the first names on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of Marc Guehi and was flawless. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a little not at his best at times, understandable given his limited game time at Arsenal. An promising few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Appears undroppable in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has struck up an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Excelling in his attacking role. The pillar of England's midfield is displaying his offensive abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over other teams. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an assist to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Took his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Sharp finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has done a good job during this fixture period. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, managed everything aerially. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left was noticeable. 6

After their place secured, the squad can now focus for the World Cup with optimism.