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

The Starting Lineup

• England's number one – Pulled off a few of good saves in the latter period to extend his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football with ease. More challenging tests are coming, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – A pair of fixtures in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Still one of the key players on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of Marc Guehi and was flawless. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a somewhat ring rusty at times, expected given his scarce minutes at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Appears suited to this level and has struck up an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his advanced midfield role. The mainstay of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Less influential as he has been in England's victories over previous opponents. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Provided an setup to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Took his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• The forward – Sharp finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has acquitted himself well during this fixture period. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to earn a place when the squad is full. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, managed everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left was noticeable. 6

After a World Cup spot booked, the squad can now prepare for the World Cup with optimism.