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Gareth Southgate's side earned their spot at the global tournament with a decisive victory over their opponents on the midweek fixture.

England's Starting XI

• The goalkeeper – Made a few of excellent stops in the second half to preserve his remarkable clean sheet record. That's nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. More challenging tests await, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7
• Manchester City's centre-back – Two games in five days will do the City defender a lot of good. Remains one of the key players on the roster, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Chosen ahead of the other option and performed solidly. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7
• The young defender – Appeared a little ring rusty at times, understandable given his limited game time at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Looks undroppable in this England team at the moment. Looks tailored for this level and has struck up an productive partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Thriving in his attacking role. The backbone of England's midfield is demonstrating his attacking abilities now. Becoming a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Quieter as he has been in England's victories over previous opponents. We should find out next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Contributed an setup to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's prospects next summer. 7.5
• The captain – In the form of his life. Took his total for the season to 20 goals. Has scored 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has performed admirably during this international window. 7.5

England Substitutes

• Jordan Henderson (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
• Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a danger. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Faces competition on his hands to make the squad when all are available. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything aerially. 6
• The forward (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left caught the eye. 6

After qualification booked, the squad can now prepare for next summer with optimism.