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England secured their berth at the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable victory over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening.

The Starting Lineup

• The goalkeeper – Made a couple of good saves in the second half to extend his remarkable clean sheet run. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football with ease. More challenging tests are coming, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two games in five days will do the City defender a great benefit. Still one of the automatic picks on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Picked ahead of Marc Guehi and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a somewhat ring rusty at times, expected given his limited game time at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Seems undroppable in this England team at the moment. Appears suited to this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his number eight role. The mainstay of England's midfield is demonstrating his creative abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over previous opponents. The answer will come next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Added an assist to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The striker – At his peak. Took his total for the season to 20 strikes. Has found the net 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in the Latvian capital. Has acquitted himself well during this break. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, handled everything in the air. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

With their place confirmed, the team can now prepare for the upcoming tournament with optimism.