Squad Ratings: The Three Lions Qualify for the Upcoming Tournament
The national team earned their spot at the next World Cup with a comfortable triumph over Latvia on Tuesday night.
The Starting Lineup
- Jordan Pickford – Made a couple of fine saves in the latter period to maintain his remarkable clean sheet streak. It's now nine consecutive in a row. 6.5
- Djed Spence – Has adapted to international football with ease. Sterner tests are coming, of course, but a promising start to his England career. 7
- John Stones – Two games in less than a week will do the Manchester City defender a great benefit. Still one of the key players on the team-sheet, fitness permitting. 7
- Ezri Konsa – Selected ahead of the other option and was flawless. Made an excellent last-ditch recovery tackle in the closing period to boot. 7
- Arsenal's talent – Looked a somewhat off the pace at times, expected given his scarce minutes at his club. An promising few months ahead. 6
- The midfielder – Seems undroppable in this England team at the moment. Looks made for this level and has formed an strong partnership with Rice. 7
- Arsenal's engine – Excelling in his number eight role. The pillar of England's midfield is showing his offensive abilities now. Developing into a real all-round midfielder. 7
- The attacker – Quieter as he has been in England's wins over other teams. We should find out next month who is the true owner of the number 10 shirt. 6
- The winger – Added an assist to his excellent goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be key to England's hopes next summer. 7.5
- The striker – Playing brilliantly. Boosted his total for the season to 20 strikes. Has found the net 76 times for his country. Is 100 possible 100? 8
- Newcastle's attacker – Sharp finish to open the scoring for England here in the Latvian capital. Has acquitted himself well during this international window. 7.5
Subs' Impact
- The veteran (for Rice 60) – Kept things moving in midfield. 6
- Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a menace. 7
- Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Has a fight on his hands to make the squad when all are available. 6
- The defender (for Stones 71) – Typically, dealt with everything aerially. 6
- The forward (for Gordon 71) – A speedy dash down the left was noticeable. 6
After a World Cup spot secured, the squad can now focus for the World Cup with optimism.
