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The national team secured their berth at the global tournament with a convincing victory over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening.

The Starting Lineup

• England's number one – Pulled off a couple of fine saves in the latter period to preserve his remarkable clean sheet record. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests lie ahead, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – A pair of fixtures in less than a week will do the City defender a great benefit. Still one of the automatic picks on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Picked ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Made an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a slightly ring rusty at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Looks irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has developed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Excelling in his advanced midfield role. The mainstay of England's midfield is demonstrating his creative abilities now. Becoming a true all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – 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 – Contributed an setup to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The captain – Playing brilliantly. Took his total for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Precise 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 veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a danger. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to be selected when all are available. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left was noticeable. 6

After a World Cup spot secured, England can now focus for next summer with high hopes.