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The national team clinched their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive triumph over Latvia on Tuesday evening.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Pulled off a few of fine stops in the latter period to preserve his impressive clean sheet streak. It's now nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests lie ahead, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in less than a week will do the City defender a great benefit. Still one of the first names on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of his competitor and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a little ring rusty at times, understandable given his scarce minutes at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Looks undroppable in this England team at the moment. Looks suited to this level and has formed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Developing into a true all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Less influential as he has been in England's successes over previous opponents. We should find out next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an key pass to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The striker – Playing brilliantly. Increased his count for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 occasions 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 veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to earn a place when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, managed everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left stood out. 6

After their place secured, the squad can now focus for next summer with confidence.