Player ratings after England’s 4-1 World Cup qualifying win over Montenegro at Wembley.
Joe Hart: 6/10
The under-pressure stopper saved well from Dejan Damjanovic’s second half header and it was hard to fault him for the forward’s well-taken goal soon after. Otherwise, a quiet evening.
Kyle Walker: 7/10
Linked up well with clubmate Townsend on the right flank and hurt Montenegro with his surging runs and good range of passing. A silly second half booking – which will rule him out of the Poland match – took the gloss off.
Gary Cahill: 6/10
A quiet night for the Chelsea man, who was reliable when called upon. His partnership with Jagielka continues to grow, which is a big plus for England.
Phil Jagielka: 6/10
Like Cahill, it was hard to fault Jagielka on a night where England did most of the attacking. Stevan Jovetic is good but Robert Lewandowski of Poland is likely to provide a sterner test on Tuesday.
Leighton Baines: 8/10
Ashley who? The Everton man was excellent on the left flank, providing an outlet when needed. His set piece delivery was impeccable, as ever.
Andros Townsend: 9/10
A stunning debut for the Tottenham flyer, who looked threatening whenever he got the ball. His goal was top drawer.
Steven Gerrard: 6/10
Has he ever had a great game next to Frank Lampard? The Liverpool captain was solid and had a couple of half chances in the first half but looked his age ever so slightly.
Frank Lampard: 6/10
See above. Like Gerrard, Lampard was not as influential as normal, on a night when the wide men out shone those in the middle. The Chelsea star squandered a good opening late on.
Danny Welbeck: 7/10
The Manchester United man was lively and always looking to receive the ball on the left flank. His link up with Sturridge and Rooney was particularly encouraging.
Wayne Rooney: 7/10
A well-taken goal after a fine first touch and a good overall performance from England’s talisman.
Daniel Sturridge: 7/10
Showed glimpses of his brilliance and was a constant handful for the Montenegrin defenders. The Liverpool star deserved his late goal.
Subs: Carrick: 6/10; Milner 5/10; Wilshere; 5/10
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