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England earned their berth at the global tournament with a convincing triumph over the Baltic side on the midweek fixture.

England's Starting XI

• The goalkeeper – Made a couple of fine saves in the second half to maintain his impressive clean sheet streak. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests lie ahead, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the key players on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Selected ahead of his competitor and performed solidly. Made an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Looked a slightly ring rusty at times, understandable given his lack of action at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Looks essential in this England team at the moment. Appears tailored for this level and has struck up an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Enjoying his advanced midfield role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Becoming a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over previous opponents. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Added an setup to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – Playing brilliantly. Took his tally for the season to 20 goals. Has hit the back of the net 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Clinical finish to start things off for England here in away. Has done a good job during this international window. 7.5

The Bench Players

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a menace. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, managed everything in the air. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6

After their place confirmed, the team can now prepare for next summer with optimism.