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The national team secured their spot at the global tournament with a decisive win over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Made a couple of excellent saves in the second half to maintain his remarkable clean sheet record. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Tougher tests are coming, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – Two games in five days will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Remains one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of the other option and was flawless. Executed an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Looked a slightly not at his best at times, expected given his lack of action at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Seems tailored for this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Excelling in his advanced midfield role. The mainstay of England's midfield is showing his offensive abilities now. Emerging as a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an setup to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – At his peak. Increased his total for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 goals for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, managed everything with his height. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left stood out. 6

With qualification secured, the team can now prepare for next summer with confidence.