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England secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable win over their opponents on Tuesday night.

First Eleven Performance

• The goalkeeper – Pulled off a few of excellent saves in the latter period to maintain his impressive clean sheet run. It's now nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – 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
• John Stones – Two games in a short span will do the City defender a great benefit. Remains one of the automatic picks on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Chosen ahead of his competitor and performed solidly. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Looked a slightly off the pace at times, expected given his limited game time at his club. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Seems essential in this England team at the moment. Looks tailored for this level and has struck up an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Thriving in his attacking role. The mainstay of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Emerging as a real all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Not as impactful as he has been in England's victories over previous opponents. It will be revealed next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Contributed an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The striker – In the form of his life. Boosted his count for the season to 20 strikes. Has scored 76 goals for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to start things off for England here in the Latvian capital. Has performed admirably during this international window. 7.5

England Substitutes

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a threat. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to make the squad when everyone's fit. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, dealt with everything in the air. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left caught the eye. 6

With a World Cup spot secured, the squad can now prepare for next summer with confidence.