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Gareth Southgate's side clinched their spot at the next World Cup with a comfortable win over their opponents on Tuesday evening.

England's Starting XI

• England's number one – Pulled off a few of good stops in the latter period to extend his impressive clean sheet streak. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football seamlessly. Sterner tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – Two games in five days will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Still one of the first names on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a slightly ring rusty at times, understandable given his lack of action at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Seems undroppable in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has formed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his attacking role. The pillar of England's midfield is showing his creative abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over previous opponents. We should find out next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an key pass to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The striker – At his peak. Took his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Precise finish to open the scoring for England here in the Latvian capital. Has acquitted himself well during this fixture period. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Typically, dealt with everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left stood out. 6

After their place confirmed, England can now focus for the upcoming tournament with high hopes.