England player ratings: verdict on 3-0 Nations League win against Greece
Jordan Pickford (GK): Kept England in the game with impressive saves against Kostas Tsimikas and Fotas Ioannidis. Received a yellow card for wasting time due to a strict referee. 8/10
Kyle Walker (Right Back): He led the team as captain and demonstrated strong leadership skills. In the second half, he shifted to an improvised center-back role, effectively utilizing his speed. Rating: 7
Ezri Konsa (CB): The Aston Villa defender performed well until he was substituted at halftime. It appeared that a minor injury was the most probable reason for his early exit. Rating: 7.
Marc Guéhi (CB): Effectively neutralized Vangelis Pavlidis until the Greek striker left the match just before the 60-minute mark. He made multiple crucial interceptions. Rating: 8
Rico Lewis (LB): He performed well on the left side in the first half. In the second half, he switched to the right side and came close to scoring. Rating: 7
Conor Gallagher (CM): Needed to stay cautious after receiving a yellow card for holding up a free-kick. Managed to evade trouble with a few dangerous challenges. Displayed solid and confident passing throughout the match. Rating: 7
Curtis Jones (CM): He was self-assured with the ball at his feet, helping England move forward effectively. He made an impressive turn and scored a gorgeous flick goal. An outstanding debut performance. 9 (Man of the Match)
Noni Madueke (RW): Made a fantastic impression right from the start. He was straightforward and confident, and he contributed significantly to England's first goal during his initial match. He easily outplayed Tsimikas. Rating: 8.
Jude Bellingham (AM): He dominated the game, easily getting past defenders. He hit the crossbar with a header, and then after a powerful run and shot, he caused Odysseas Vlachodimos to score an own goal, making it 2-0. Rating: 8
Anthony Gordon (LW): He was a constant threat to Lazaros Rota in the first half of the match but needs to work on his finishing touches to compete effectively at this level. Rating: 7
Ollie Watkins (CF): Proved the decision to bench Harry Kane was the right one by scoring with his very first touch. He wasn't heavily engaged in the overall gameplay, but he positioned himself threateningly. Rating: 7
Lewis Hall made a solid impression at left-back after coming on for his first game, scoring a 7; Morgan Rogers, who debuted at 66 minutes, provided a clever flick that assisted Bellingham in scoring England's second goal, earning a 7; Morgan Gibbs-White, who replaced Gallagher at 79 minutes, helped set up Jones's goal through a good partnership with Bowen, also receiving a 7; Harry Kane, who came on for Watkins at 66 minutes, was rated 6; Jarrod Bowen, subbed in for Madueke at 66 minutes, received a 7 as well.
