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England clinched their place at the 2026 World Cup with a decisive win over their opponents on the midweek fixture.

The Starting Lineup

• England's number one – Pulled off a couple of good saves in the latter period to extend his impressive clean sheet run. That's nine in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests await, 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 great benefit. Still one of the first names on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• Ezri Konsa – Selected ahead of his competitor and didn't put a foot wrong. Executed an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a slightly not at his best at times, expected given his scarce minutes at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Seems irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has developed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Excelling in his attacking role. The mainstay of England's midfield is demonstrating his offensive abilities now. Becoming a genuine all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Less influential as he has been in England's successes over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Arsenal's star – Contributed an assist to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Increased his total for the season to 20 goals. Has found the net 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Anthony Gordon – Sharp finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has done a good job during this international window. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• Crystal Palace's star (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a danger. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6
• Dan Burn (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, managed everything in the air. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left was noticeable. 6

With a World Cup spot confirmed, the team can now focus for the upcoming tournament with high hopes.