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Gareth Southgate's side clinched their place at the 2026 World Cup with a decisive win over their opponents on Tuesday evening.

First Eleven Performance

• England's number one – Pulled off a couple of good saves in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet run. It's now nine in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests await, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – Two games in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the key players on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Picked ahead of Marc Guehi and was flawless. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a slightly off the pace at times, expected given his scarce minutes at Arsenal. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Looks essential in this England team at the moment. Looks made for this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Excelling in his number eight role. The pillar of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Developing into a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Quieter as he has been in England's victories over previous opponents. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Contributed an setup to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – At his peak. Took his tally for the season to 20 goals. Has scored 76 occasions for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Clinical finish to get the ball rolling for England here in the Latvian capital. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a menace. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to be selected when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, dealt with everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left caught the eye. 6

With qualification secured, the squad can now turn their attention for next summer with high hopes.