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England earned their spot at the next World Cup with a comfortable win over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of good stops in the latter period to maintain his impressive clean sheet run. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has taken to international football like a duck to water. Tougher tests lie ahead, of course, but a good 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 great benefit. Remains one of the first names on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of Marc Guehi and didn't put a foot wrong. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Looked a slightly ring rusty at times, expected given his scarce minutes at Arsenal. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Seems irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Appears suited to this level and has developed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Excelling in his number eight role. The pillar of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Becoming a true all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an setup to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – At his peak. Took his total for the season to 20 goals. Has scored 76 times for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Precise finish to start things off for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to make the squad when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, handled everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left stood out. 6

After their place secured, the team can now turn their attention for the upcoming tournament with confidence.