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The national team secured their spot at the global tournament with a convincing win over their opponents on Tuesday evening.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Pulled off a few of fine saves in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet run. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Seems at home in international football with ease. Tougher tests await, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in a short span will do the City defender a great benefit. Still one of the first names on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a slightly off the pace at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Appears made for this level and has struck up an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his attacking role. The pillar of England's midfield is displaying his offensive abilities now. Developing into a true all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Not as impactful as he has been in England's successes over previous opponents. The answer will come next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Added an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Increased his total for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has done a good job during this fixture period. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, dealt with everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left caught the eye. 6

After a World Cup spot secured, the squad can now focus for the upcoming tournament with confidence.