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Gareth Southgate's side earned their place at the global tournament with a comfortable triumph over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of good stops in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has taken to international football seamlessly. More challenging tests are coming, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in five days will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Picked ahead of the other option and was flawless. Executed an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a somewhat not at his best at times, understandable given his scarce minutes at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Appears irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Appears suited to this level and has struck up an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his advanced midfield role. The backbone of England's midfield is showing his creative abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Quieter as he has been in England's victories over other teams. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Added an setup to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Increased his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has found the net 76 goals for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Sharp finish to start things off for England here in Riga. Has acquitted himself well during this fixture period. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything aerially. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left stood out. 6

After a World Cup spot confirmed, the squad can now turn their attention for the World Cup with confidence.