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England clinched their spot at the global tournament with a decisive win over Latvia on Tuesday evening.

England's Starting XI

• England's number one – Pulled off a couple of good saves in the latter period to maintain his impressive clean sheet streak. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests lie ahead, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – Two games in less than a week will do the City defender a world of good. Still one of the first names on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of the other option and performed solidly. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Looked a somewhat not at his best at times, understandable given his limited game time at Arsenal. An promising few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Looks irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Looks suited to this level and has formed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Excelling in his attacking role. The pillar of England's midfield is displaying his attacking abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Less influential as he has been in England's wins over previous opponents. We should find out next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Added an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The captain – In the form of his life. Increased his count for the season to 20 scores. Has found the net 76 times for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Precise finish to open the scoring for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, managed everything aerially. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

After their place secured, the team can now focus for the World Cup with high hopes.