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The national team clinched their place at the global tournament with a convincing win over their opponents on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Made a few of excellent saves in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football with ease. Sterner tests await, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in less than a week will do the City defender a lot of good. Remains one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Picked ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a somewhat off the pace at times, expected given his lack of action at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Seems tailored for this level and has developed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his attacking role. The backbone of England's midfield is showing his attacking abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Quieter as he has been in England's successes over other teams. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Added an key pass to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 scores. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has performed admirably during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a menace. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when all are available. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Typically, dealt with everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left stood out. 6

After a World Cup spot secured, the team can now focus for next summer with high hopes.