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The national team secured their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive triumph over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

England's Starting XI

• England's number one – Made a few of excellent saves in the second half to maintain his impressive clean sheet run. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Tougher tests lie ahead, 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 Manchester City defender a great benefit. Still one of the first names on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Picked ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a slightly not at his best at times, expected given his limited game time at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Looks irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Looks made for this level and has developed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his advanced midfield role. The backbone of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Emerging as a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Less influential as he has been in England's victories over other teams. We should find out next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an key pass to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – At his peak. Increased his count for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Sharp finish to get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has done a good job during this international window. 7.5

England Substitutes

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Typically, handled everything aerially. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6

After a World Cup spot confirmed, the team can now focus for the upcoming tournament with high hopes.