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Gareth Southgate's side earned their spot at the global tournament with a decisive victory over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

First Eleven Performance

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of excellent saves in the second half to maintain his remarkable clean sheet record. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Seems at home in international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests are coming, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two games in a short span will do the City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the first names on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Selected ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a somewhat off the pace at times, understandable given his lack of action at Arsenal. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Seems essential in this England team at the moment. Appears suited to this level and has struck up an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his number eight role. The pillar of England's midfield is displaying his offensive abilities now. Becoming a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. The answer will come next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Contributed an setup to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The striker – In the form of his life. Took his total for the season to 20 scores. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to open the scoring for England here in Riga. Has performed admirably during this fixture period. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a danger. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to make the squad when all are available. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – Predictably, dealt with everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left was noticeable. 6

With a World Cup spot secured, England can now prepare for the upcoming tournament with confidence.