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England secured their place at the 2026 World Cup with a convincing win over their opponents on Tuesday evening.

England's Starting XI

• Jordan Pickford – Pulled off a few of excellent stops in the latter period to maintain his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Seems at home in international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests await, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – A pair of fixtures in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of the other option and performed solidly. Executed an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a somewhat not at his best at times, expected given his lack of action at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Seems essential in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has formed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Enjoying his attacking role. The mainstay of England's midfield is showing his attacking abilities now. Becoming a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's successes over previous opponents. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Added an key pass to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Took his count for the season to 20 scores. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to get the ball rolling for England here in the Latvian capital. Has performed admirably during this fixture period. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a menace. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, handled everything with his height. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left caught the eye. 6

After qualification secured, England can now turn their attention for the World Cup with confidence.