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Gareth Southgate's side earned their place at the global tournament with a decisive win over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

England's Starting XI

• England's number one – Made a few of excellent stops in the second half to maintain his remarkable clean sheet record. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Seems at home in international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests are coming, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Selected ahead of his competitor and performed solidly. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a somewhat off the pace at times, understandable given his limited game time at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Seems irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Seems made for this level and has struck up an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Excelling in his advanced midfield role. The pillar of England's midfield is showing his attacking abilities now. Developing into a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Quieter as he has been in England's successes over other teams. We should find out next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Added an assist to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Took his total for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has done a good job during this international window. 7.5

The Bench Players

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to make the squad when everyone's fit. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Typically, managed everything with his height. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left stood out. 6

After a World Cup spot booked, the team can now prepare for the World Cup with high hopes.