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The national team secured their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive triumph over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening.

First Eleven Performance

• England's number one – Pulled off a couple of fine saves in the second half to extend his impressive clean sheet record. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football seamlessly. Tougher tests are coming, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two games in less than a week will do the City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the first names on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Looked a somewhat not at his best at times, understandable given his limited game time at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Looks essential in this England team at the moment. Appears made for this level and has struck up an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over other teams. We should find out next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an setup to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The striker – At his peak. Took his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to open the scoring for England here in the Latvian capital. Has done a good job during this fixture period. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, dealt with everything aerially. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

After qualification booked, the team can now prepare for next summer with optimism.