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The national team clinched their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable triumph over the Baltic side on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• Jordan Pickford – Made a couple of fine saves in the second half to maintain his impressive clean sheet streak. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has taken to international football seamlessly. Tougher tests await, 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 City defender a world of good. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Appeared a little off the pace at times, understandable given his lack of action at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Looks undroppable in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Enjoying his number eight role. The mainstay of England's midfield is showing his creative abilities now. Emerging as a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Less influential as he has been in England's victories over previous opponents. We should find out next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Added an assist to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Increased his count for the season to 20 scores. Has found the net 76 occasions for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• The forward – Clinical finish to start things off for England here in Riga. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a menace. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to make the squad when the squad is full. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, dealt with everything aerially. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

After their place booked, the team can now turn their attention for the upcoming tournament with high hopes.