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England earned their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive win over the Baltic side on the midweek fixture.

England's Starting XI

• The goalkeeper – Made a couple of good stops in the second half to maintain his impressive clean sheet run. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Seems at home in international football seamlessly. Tougher tests lie ahead, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Still one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Executed an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a little off the pace at times, expected given his limited game time at Arsenal. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Looks irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Looks 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. Becoming a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Less influential as he has been in England's successes over previous opponents. We should find out next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Contributed an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – At his peak. Increased his tally for the season to 20 goals. Has found the net 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has performed admirably during this break. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a menace. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to be selected when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, managed everything aerially. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6

With their place confirmed, England can now turn their attention for next summer with confidence.