Player Evaluations: The Three Lions Book Their Place for the Upcoming Tournament

Gareth Southgate's side clinched their spot at the next World Cup with a decisive win over Latvia on Tuesday evening.

England's Starting XI

• Jordan Pickford – Made a few of good stops in the second half to preserve his impressive clean sheet run. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Seems at home in international football with ease. More challenging tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• The defender – A pair of fixtures in five days will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Remains one of the first names on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Picked ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Myles Lewis-Skelly – Appeared a little not at his best at times, expected given his limited game time at Arsenal. An interesting few months ahead. 6
• Newcastle's star – Looks undroppable in this England team at the moment. Looks tailored for this level and has developed an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• The midfielder – Excelling in his attacking role. The pillar of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Emerging as a true all-round midfielder. 7
• Morgan Rogers – Less influential as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an setup to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• The striker – In the form of his life. Increased his tally for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Sharp finish to start things off for England here in away. Has done a good job during this fixture period. 7.5

England Substitutes

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a threat. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to be selected when the squad is full. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, dealt with everything aerially. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left was noticeable. 6

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