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The national team secured their berth at the global tournament with a convincing win over the Baltic side on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Pulled off a few of fine saves in the second half to maintain his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Seems at home in international football like a duck to water. Tougher tests are coming, of course, but a good 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 automatic picks on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Selected ahead of Marc Guehi and didn't put a foot wrong. Made an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a somewhat not at his best at times, expected given his scarce minutes at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Seems essential in this England team at the moment. Looks made for this level and has struck up an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Enjoying his advanced midfield role. The pillar of England's midfield is demonstrating his creative abilities now. Developing into a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Contributed an assist to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The striker – At his peak. Increased his tally for the season to 20 goals. Has found the net 76 goals for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to open the scoring for England here in away. Has done a good job during this break. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a menace. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when everyone's fit. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Typically, dealt with everything with his height. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left was noticeable. 6

After qualification confirmed, the team can now turn their attention for next summer with optimism.