England impressed in patches and were a real threat in the final third but still fell to Italy, here’s our ratings for Roy Hodgson’s men.
Joe Hart 6/10
Poor decision making, bad parrying but not to blame for either goal.
Leighton Baines 5/10
Both goals came down the left and the Everton man was not his usually reliable best.
Gary Cahill 7/10
Fairly solid display, some solid last ditch tackling as and when needed.
Phil Jagielka 7/10
Also assured and barely put a foot wrong. Great last ditch clearance off the line from Mario Balotelli’s goal-bound effort.
Glen Johnson 6/10
Fairly solid on the back foot but needs to learn how to cross a ball!
Steven Gerrard 7/10
Understated display, did most things right if not spectacularly.
Jordan Henderson 6.5/10
Measuured display but fan out of energy in the second half.
Danny Welbeck 7/10
Never stopped running, caused the Italian defence all sorts of problems but needs to be more composed in front of goal.
Raheem Sterling 8/10
Speedy, assured and a player Italy just couldn’t handle. Understandably tired towards the end.
Wayne Rooney 4/10
Was anonymous for much of the game, off the pace and offered little but for a decent assist but needs to be dropped.
Daniel Sturridge 7.5/10
Took his goal well and was full of life throughout.
Subs
Ross Barkley 7/10
Made an instant impact forcing a save from Sirigu seconds after coming on.
Jack Wilshere 6/10
Lots of huff and puff but nothing to show for his efforts.
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