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The national team secured their berth at the 2026 World Cup with a convincing victory over their opponents on Tuesday night.

The Starting Lineup

• England's number one – Pulled off a couple of excellent stops in the second half to extend his impressive clean sheet run. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The defender – Seems at home in international football like a duck to water. Sterner tests await, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in less than a week will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Remains one of the first names on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7
• The centre-back – Selected ahead of the other option and was flawless. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the later stages to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a slightly off the pace at times, expected given his limited game time at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Appears irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Seems made for this level and has developed an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Enjoying his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his creative abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Quieter as he has been in England's successes over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• The winger – Contributed an assist to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's chances next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Took his tally for the season to 20 scores. Has scored 76 goals for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well 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) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• The winger (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to be selected when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything in the air. 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left stood out. 6

After their place secured, England can now turn their attention for the upcoming tournament with confidence.