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

England's Starting XI

• England's number one – Made a couple of fine stops in the latter period to extend his remarkable clean sheet run. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has taken to international football seamlessly. More challenging tests lie ahead, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• The defender – Two matches in less than a week will do the City defender a world of good. Remains one of the automatic picks on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Selected ahead of his competitor and was flawless. Made an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• The young defender – Looked a little ring rusty at times, understandable given his scarce minutes at Arsenal. An intriguing few months ahead. 6
• Elliott Anderson – Appears irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Seems made for this level and has developed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
• Arsenal's engine – Thriving in his number eight role. The mainstay of England's midfield is displaying his offensive abilities now. Emerging as a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The attacker – Not as impactful as he has been in England's victories over previous opponents. The answer will come next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an assist to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – In the form of his life. Boosted his count for the season to 20 strikes. Has scored 76 occasions for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8
• The forward – Precise finish to get the ball rolling for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5

Subs' Impact

• The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Superbly finished goal and a threat. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to be selected when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything in the air. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left caught the eye. 6

After a World Cup spot confirmed, the squad can now prepare for the World Cup with confidence.