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Gareth Southgate's side clinched their berth at the global tournament with a convincing triumph over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Made a few of fine stops in the latter period to maintain his remarkable clean sheet record. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football with ease. Tougher tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two games in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Remains one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of Marc Guehi and was flawless. Executed an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• The young defender – Looked a little not at his best at times, understandable given his limited game time at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Seems 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 advanced midfield role. The backbone of England's midfield is showing his creative abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Contributed an key pass to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The captain – In the form of his life. Increased his tally for the season to 20 scores. Has hit the back of the net 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Sharp finish to get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has done a good job during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a menace. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to be selected when the squad is full. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, handled everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left was noticeable. 6

After their place secured, the team can now turn their attention for the upcoming tournament with confidence.