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England secured their spot at the next World Cup with a convincing triumph over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Made a couple of excellent saves in the latter period to extend his impressive clean sheet run. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests lie ahead, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two games in less than a week will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Remains one of the automatic picks on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Picked ahead of Marc Guehi and performed solidly. Made an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a little off the pace at times, understandable given his scarce minutes at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Appears made for this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Enjoying his number eight role. The pillar of England's midfield is showing his creative abilities now. Becoming a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Quieter as he has been in England's successes over other teams. It will be revealed next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Contributed an assist to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Increased his total for the season to 20 strikes. Has found the net 76 occasions for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has done a good job during this international window. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – Typically, handled everything with his height. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

After a World Cup spot booked, the squad can now turn their attention for next summer with optimism.