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Gareth Southgate's side clinched their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a decisive win over the Baltic side on Tuesday night.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Made a couple of fine stops in the latter period to extend his impressive clean sheet streak. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has taken to international football with ease. Tougher tests lie ahead, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two games in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Still one of the key players on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Picked ahead of Marc Guehi and was flawless. Executed an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Looked a little not at his best at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Looks essential in this England team at the moment. Seems tailored for this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Excelling in his number eight role. The mainstay of England's midfield is demonstrating his creative abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Less influential as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. The answer will come next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Added an key pass to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The striker – In the form of his life. Took his count for the season to 20 goals. Has scored 76 times for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in the Latvian capital. Has performed admirably during this international window. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a danger. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Predictably, managed everything with his height. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left caught the eye. 6

After qualification booked, the team can now focus for next summer with high hopes.