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Gareth Southgate's side secured their place at the next World Cup with a convincing triumph over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

First Eleven Performance

• The goalkeeper – Pulled off a couple of fine stops in the second half to maintain his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Seems at home in international football with ease. More challenging tests lie ahead, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in five days will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Still one of the first names on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Picked ahead of Marc Guehi and performed solidly. Made an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a somewhat not at his best at times, understandable given his limited game time at Arsenal. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Seems undroppable in this England team at the moment. Appears tailored for this level and has struck up an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Thriving in his attacking role. The pillar of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Becoming a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Less influential as he has been in England's victories over Serbia and Wales. We should find out next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Contributed an key pass to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The captain – Playing brilliantly. 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
• The forward – Precise finish to open the scoring for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything in the air. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

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