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England earned their spot at the global tournament with a decisive triumph over their opponents on the midweek fixture.

First Eleven Performance

• Jordan Pickford – Pulled off a few of excellent saves in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet run. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football seamlessly. More challenging tests lie ahead, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in five days will do the City defender a world of good. Still one of the first names on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Picked 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
• The young defender – Looked a somewhat off the pace at times, expected given his scarce minutes at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Appears irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Looks tailored for this level and has formed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his offensive abilities now. Developing into a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Less influential as he has been in England's victories over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The striker – In the form of his life. Boosted his count for the season to 20 strikes. Has found the net 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Clinical finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has acquitted himself well during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a danger. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – Typically, handled everything in the air. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left stood out. 6

After their place confirmed, England can now turn their attention for next summer with optimism.