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Gareth Southgate's side secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a convincing triumph over Latvia on Tuesday night.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Made a few of excellent saves in the second half to extend his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Seems at home in international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests are coming, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• The defender – A pair of fixtures in less than a week will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Still one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of the other option and was flawless. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a slightly not at his best at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Appears tailored for this level and has struck up an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Enjoying his attacking role. The mainstay of England's midfield is demonstrating his creative abilities now. Emerging as a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's successes over other teams. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Contributed an assist to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – Playing brilliantly. Boosted his count for the season to 20 goals. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to open the scoring for England here in Riga. Has done a good job during this break. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – Predictably, managed everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left caught the eye. 6

With qualification secured, England can now turn their attention for the upcoming tournament with confidence.