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The national team secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a decisive win over the Baltic side on Tuesday night.

First Eleven Performance

• England's number one – Made a few of fine saves in the latter period to extend his remarkable clean sheet run. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Seems at home in international football with ease. Sterner tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – A pair of fixtures in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Still one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Chosen ahead of the other option and performed solidly. Made an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a little not at his best at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Appears undroppable in this England team at the moment. Appears tailored for this level and has struck up an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Excelling in his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Developing into a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 goals. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Clinical finish to start things off for England here in away. Has done a good job during this break. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a danger. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, dealt with everything in the air. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6

With a World Cup spot booked, England can now turn their attention for the World Cup with optimism.