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England secured their place at the next World Cup with a decisive triumph over Latvia on Tuesday night.

First Eleven Performance

• Jordan Pickford – Pulled off a few of fine stops in the latter period to preserve his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has adapted to international football with ease. Sterner tests lie ahead, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in five days will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Still one of the automatic picks on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Chosen ahead of the other option and was flawless. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• The young defender – Looked a somewhat off the pace at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Looks irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has developed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his attacking role. The mainstay of England's midfield is displaying his attacking abilities now. Becoming a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Less influential as he has been in England's wins over other teams. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an assist to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The striker – At his peak. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has found the net 76 times for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has acquitted himself well during this fixture period. 7.5

England Substitutes

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything in the air. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

After qualification secured, the squad can now prepare for the World Cup with high hopes.