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England earned their spot at the global tournament with a convincing victory over their opponents on Tuesday night.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Made a few of excellent saves in the latter period to preserve his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests are coming, 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 lot of good. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Picked ahead of the other option and was flawless. Executed an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Looked a somewhat off the pace at times, expected given his limited game time at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Appears suited to this level and has developed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Excelling in his attacking role. The backbone of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Becoming a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over other teams. The answer will come next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Provided an assist to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The captain – In the form of his life. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has scored 76 occasions for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – 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) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to be selected when the squad is full. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, dealt with everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left was noticeable. 6

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