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The national team clinched their spot at the next World Cup with a comfortable victory over their opponents on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of fine stops in the latter period to preserve his remarkable clean sheet run. It's now nine in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has taken to international football with ease. Sterner tests lie ahead, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – A pair of fixtures in less than a week will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Still one of the first names on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Selected ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Appeared a little not at his best at times, expected given his limited game time at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Seems made for this level and has struck up an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Excelling in his attacking role. The backbone of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over previous opponents. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Added an setup to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The striker – Playing brilliantly. Increased his count for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 times for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• The forward – Sharp finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has performed admirably during this international window. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a threat. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, managed everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left stood out. 6

After a World Cup spot confirmed, the team can now prepare for the World Cup with optimism.