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The national team earned their spot at the global tournament with a convincing triumph over Latvia on Tuesday evening.

The Starting Lineup

• England's number one – Pulled off a few of excellent stops in the latter period to preserve his impressive clean sheet streak. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football seamlessly. Tougher tests await, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – A pair of fixtures in less than a week will do the City defender a world of good. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Appeared a slightly ring rusty at times, understandable given his lack of action at Arsenal. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Appears irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Appears tailored for this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his attacking role. The pillar of England's midfield is showing his creative abilities now. Emerging as a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's victories over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The striker – Playing brilliantly. Took his total for the season to 20 goals. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• The forward – Clinical finish to get the ball rolling for England here in the Latvian capital. Has performed admirably during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to be selected when all are available. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Typically, managed everything aerially. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left was noticeable. 6

After qualification confirmed, the squad can now turn their attention for the World Cup with confidence.