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England clinched their place at the 2026 World Cup with a convincing victory over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening.

First Eleven Performance

• Jordan Pickford – Made a few of fine stops in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet record. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football with ease. Tougher tests are coming, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in five days will do the City defender a lot of good. Still one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Looked a somewhat not at his best at times, expected given his lack of action at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Looks irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Looks made for this level and has developed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Enjoying his attacking role. The backbone of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Becoming a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over other teams. The answer will come next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an setup to his brilliant 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 goals. Has hit the back of the net 76 times for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to start things off for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything with his height. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left was noticeable. 6

After their place confirmed, England can now prepare for next summer with confidence.