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The national team clinched their spot at the next World Cup with a convincing triumph over their opponents on Tuesday evening.

First Eleven Performance

• Jordan Pickford – Pulled off a few of fine saves in the latter period to extend his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5
• The full-back – Has adapted to international football like a duck to water. Tougher tests await, of course, but a positive start to his England career. 7
• John Stones – A pair of fixtures in five days will do the Manchester City defender a lot of good. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
• Aston Villa's defender – Chosen ahead of the other option and was flawless. Executed an outstanding last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
• Arsenal's talent – Appeared a little off the pace at times, understandable given his lack of action at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
• The midfielder – Looks essential in this England team at the moment. Seems suited to this level and has struck up an excellent partnership with Rice. 7
• Declan Rice – Enjoying his number eight role. The mainstay of England's midfield is displaying his offensive abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
• The forward – Quieter as he has been in England's victories over other teams. We should find out next month who is the rightful holder of the number 10 shirt. 6
• Bukayo Saka – Provided an setup to his brilliant goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be vital to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
• Harry Kane – Playing brilliantly. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 scores. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Can he reach 100? 8
• Newcastle's attacker – Sharp finish to open the scoring for England here in away. Has done a good job during this fixture period. 7.5

The Bench Players

• The veteran (for Rice 60) – Maintained the tempo in midfield. 6
• The playmaker (for Rogers 60) – Well-executed goal and a menace. 7
• West Ham's attacker (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to earn a place when everyone's fit. 6
• The defender (for Stones 71) – As you'd expect, dealt with everything with his height. 6
• Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – A quick burst down the left was noticeable. 6

With qualification confirmed, England can now turn their attention for next summer with high hopes.