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England secured their spot at the next World Cup with a convincing triumph over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening.

England's Starting XI

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of excellent stops in the second half to extend his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – A pair of fixtures in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Selected ahead of the other option and performed solidly. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Looked a slightly ring rusty at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Looks undroppable in this England team at the moment. Appears tailored for this level and has developed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Thriving in his advanced midfield role. The pillar of England's midfield is displaying his offensive abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Provided an assist to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The striker – In the form of his life. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• The forward – Clinical finish to get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has done a good job during this break. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, handled everything with his height. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left stood out. 6

After a World Cup spot secured, England can now turn their attention for next summer with confidence.