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The national team secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a decisive victory over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening.

England's Starting XI

• England's number one – Pulled off a couple of fine saves in the latter period to maintain his remarkable clean sheet run. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football with ease. Sterner tests await, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – A pair of fixtures in a short span will do the City defender a great benefit. Still one of the automatic picks on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Picked ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a little off the pace at times, expected given his limited game time at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears undroppable in this England team at the moment. Seems tailored for this level and has formed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Thriving in his number eight role. The pillar of England's midfield is showing his attacking abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Less influential 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 setup to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• The captain – In the form of his life. Took his tally for the season to 20 goals. Has scored 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Clinical finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has performed admirably during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, dealt with everything aerially. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left was noticeable. 6

After their place confirmed, the team can now turn their attention for the World Cup with optimism.