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Gareth Southgate's side clinched their berth at the next World Cup with a decisive win over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

England's Starting XI

• England's number one – Pulled off a few of excellent saves in the latter period to maintain his remarkable clean sheet run. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football seamlessly. Sterner tests are coming, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – A pair of fixtures in a short span will do the City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the automatic picks on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Picked ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a somewhat ring rusty at times, expected given his scarce minutes at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Looks made for this level and has developed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Thriving in his advanced midfield role. The backbone of England's midfield is showing his creative abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Quieter as he has been in England's successes over other teams. It will be revealed next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Provided an key pass to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – At his peak. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 scores. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• The forward – Clinical finish to start things off for England here in Riga. Has performed admirably during this break. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, managed everything aerially. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6

With their place confirmed, England can now turn their attention for next summer with optimism.