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Gareth Southgate's side earned their berth at the global tournament with a convincing win over the Baltic side on the midweek fixture.

First Eleven Performance

• England's number one – Made a few of good stops in the latter period to extend his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football with ease. Sterner tests are coming, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two games in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Still one of the key players on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Selected ahead of his competitor and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Appeared a little ring rusty at times, expected given his limited game time at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears essential in this England team at the moment. Seems tailored for this level and has formed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his attacking role. The backbone of England's midfield is showing his offensive abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an setup to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The striker – Playing brilliantly. Increased his total for the season to 20 goals. Has hit the back of the net 76 times for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Clinical finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this fixture period. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a menace. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to be selected when all are available. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – Typically, dealt with everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left stood out. 6

After a World Cup spot secured, the team can now prepare for the upcoming tournament with optimism.