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England secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a convincing victory over Latvia on Tuesday night.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Made a few of fine saves in the second half to preserve his impressive clean sheet streak. It's now nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football with ease. More challenging tests await, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in less than a week will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of the other option and performed solidly. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Looked a little ring rusty at times, understandable given his limited game time at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Looks undroppable in this England team at the moment. Looks made for this level and has struck up an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his advanced midfield role. The mainstay of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Becoming a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Quieter as he has been in England's victories over Serbia and Wales. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Added an assist to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Took his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Sharp finish to get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has done a good job during this fixture period. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – Predictably, managed everything with his height. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left was noticeable. 6

With their place confirmed, the team can now prepare for the World Cup with confidence.