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Gareth Southgate's side clinched their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive triumph over Latvia on Tuesday night.

First Eleven Performance

• England's number one – Pulled off a few of fine stops in the second half to maintain his impressive clean sheet record. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Seems at home in international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests are coming, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in five days will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Picked ahead of Marc Guehi and was flawless. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a somewhat off the pace at times, understandable given his lack of action at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's victories over other teams. It will be revealed next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Provided an setup to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has found the net 76 goals for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Clinical finish to get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to make the squad when everyone's fit. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Typically, managed everything aerially. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left was noticeable. 6

With qualification confirmed, the team can now turn their attention for the upcoming tournament with optimism.