England Player Ratings v Peru: Liverpool’s Daniel Sturridge shines but Wayne Rooney poor

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Jack Wilshere (on for Gerrard – 64): 7/10

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere showed some exceptional touches and great vision after coming on as a substitute.

Perhaps unlucky not to start the game, but understandable given his lack of recent minutes and Roy Hodgson likely to want to watch Jordan Henderson alongside Liverpool colleague Steven Gerrard.

Raheem Sterling (on for Rooney – 66): 7/10

Raheem Sterling is deceptively strong on the ball, and his trickery and speed over the ground makes him a nightmare for defenders.

The Liverpool teenager showed enough to warrant a start in one of the next two friendlies, for he did something positive every time he touched the ball.

James Milner (on for Adam Lallana – 73): 7/10

Man City’s James Milner was quietly impressive in both positions he played – on the right wing and in central midfield. He won’t let anyone down this summer whatever role he is called upon to perform.

Chris Smalling (on for Phil Jagielka – 73): 6/10

Man Utd defender Chris Smalling didn’t put a foot wrong, but as Peru’s ambition petered out, he had hardly a chance to shine.

John Stones (on for Leighton Baines – 75): 6/10

A slightly nervous international debut for Everton youngster John Stones, who is far more effective at centre back than at right back, where he ended up playing.

Ross Barkley (on for Daniel Sturridge – 82): 7/10

Some nifty footwork from Ross Barkley immediately eased him into the game, and the Everton attacking midfielder set up a fine chance for Raheem Sterling late on.

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