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The national team clinched their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive triumph over the Baltic side on Tuesday night.

England's Starting XI

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of excellent saves in the latter period to extend his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests lie ahead, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – A pair of fixtures in less than a week will do the City defender a lot of good. Still one of the key players on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Chosen ahead of the other option and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a little ring rusty at times, understandable given his scarce minutes at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Looks essential in this England team at the moment. Looks tailored for this level and has formed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Excelling in his attacking role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his offensive abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over other teams. The answer will come next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an assist to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The captain – At his peak. Increased 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 get the ball rolling for England here in Riga. Has done a good job during this fixture period. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a menace. 7
• Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to earn a place when the squad is full. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, handled everything aerially. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left caught the eye. 6

After a World Cup spot confirmed, England can now turn their attention for next summer with optimism.