🔗 Share this article Player Ratings: England Book Their Place for the Upcoming Tournament The national team earned their place at the next World Cup with a comfortable win over the Baltic side on Tuesday evening. First Eleven Performance The goalkeeper – Pulled off a few of excellent saves in the second half to maintain his impressive clean sheet streak. That's nine consecutive in a row. 6.5 The full-back – Has adapted to international football with ease. Tougher tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7 John Stones – Two matches in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Remains one of the key players on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7 The centre-back – Selected ahead of Marc Guehi and performed solidly. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7 Arsenal's talent – Looked a somewhat not at his best at times, understandable given his limited game time at his club. An interesting few months ahead. 6 The midfielder – Looks undroppable in this England team at the moment. Appears made for this level and has formed an strong partnership with Rice. 7 Arsenal's engine – Excelling in his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his creative abilities now. Becoming a true all-round midfielder. 7 Morgan Rogers – Less influential as he has been in England's wins over other teams. The answer will come next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6 The winger – Contributed an assist to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's hopes next summer. 7.5 The striker – Playing brilliantly. Took his count for the season to 20 goals. Has scored 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8 Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to open the scoring for England here in Riga. Has performed admirably during this break. 7.5 England Substitutes The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6 Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7 West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6 Newcastle's full-back (for Stones 71) – Predictably, managed everything aerially. 6 The forward (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6 After qualification confirmed, England can now focus for the upcoming tournament with high hopes.