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The national team secured their spot at the global tournament with a convincing win over Latvia on Tuesday night.

England's Starting XI

• Jordan Pickford – Pulled off a couple of good saves in the latter period to maintain his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Seems at home in international football seamlessly. More challenging tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two games in five days will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Remains one of the first names on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Picked ahead of the other option and performed solidly. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Looked a slightly not at his best at times, expected given his scarce minutes at Arsenal. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Seems tailored for this level and has developed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his attacking role. The mainstay of England's midfield is displaying his offensive abilities now. Becoming a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Not as impactful as he has been in England's victories over other teams. It will be revealed next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The captain – Playing brilliantly. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 scores. Has found the net 76 occasions for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to start things off for England here in Riga. Has done a good job during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a menace. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, handled everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left was noticeable. 6

With qualification confirmed, the squad can now focus for next summer with optimism.