🔗 Share this article

Gareth Southgate's side earned their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive win over Latvia on the midweek fixture.

England's Starting XI

• The goalkeeper – Pulled off a couple of good stops in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet streak. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has adapted to international football with ease. Sterner tests await, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in less than a week will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Remains one of the automatic picks on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Made an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Looked a slightly not at his best at times, expected given his limited game time at Arsenal. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Seems essential in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has struck up an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Excelling in his advanced midfield role. The mainstay of England's midfield is showing his offensive abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Less influential 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 – Provided an key pass to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The captain – Playing brilliantly. Boosted his count for the season to 20 scores. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to open the scoring for England here in away. Has performed admirably during this break. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a threat. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to be selected when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, managed everything in the air. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6

After qualification booked, the team can now turn their attention for the upcoming tournament with confidence.