Who continues to show how important they are? - England player ratings

England’s recent outing against the Czech Republic produced a mixed set of individual performances, with player ratings reflecting both promise and areas for improvement. James Trafford was credited with a successful bully‑prevention effort in the second half, displaying precision and calm with the ball at his feet while his passing range pleased Thomas Tuchel, earning him a 6. Trent Alexander‑Arnold made his first England appearance in roughly two years, contributing little defensively but playing a key role in the opening goal, which warranted a 7. Trevoh Chalobah began shakily at centre‑back, losing possession a couple of times and struggling in challenges that frustrated Tuchel, yet he steadied the side and helped England keep a clean sheet against a ten‑man Czech outfit, receiving a 6. Marc Guehi delivered his usual reliable display; although England faced limited defensive demands, he made several important blocks, also rated 6. Lewis Hall linked well with Anthony Gordon, providing an outlet down the left and posing a constant threat going forward; he had a chance to add a second‑half goal and was awarded a 7. Elliot Anderson dominated midfield, keeping the ball moving and regaining possession each time the Czech side pushed forward, a performance described as mature and rated 7. Myles Lewis‑Skelly started brightly and was heavily involved in England’s build‑up play, but a mistimed tackle earned him a booking and he was taken off at halftime, resulting in a 6. Morgan Rogers linked with Bukayo Saka, executing a clever walk‑in that led to two efforts on goal, though the Czech defence’s deep shape limited his space; he too received a 6. Bukayo Saka saw limited involvement as England laboured to break down the Czech defence before Gordon’s opener, earning a 6. Anthony Gordon was a persistent threat down the left, delivering a dangerous cross in the first half that merited a goal; he scored the opener and continued to illustrate why he is growing in importance for the Three Lions, receiving an 8. Harry Kane had a quieter evening, dropping deep to seek the ball, yet the captain still managed to get on the scoresheet with a fine finish inside the box in the second half, earning a 7. Among the substitutes, Eberechi Eze (introduced at 46 minutes for Lewis‑Skelly) added a spark in midfield and was rated 6. Jude Bellingham (on 70 minutes for Kane) took the captain’s armband and led the line, also receiving a 6. Alex Scott (on 70 minutes for Anderson) made his England debut and was given a 6. Rio Ngumoha (on 71 minutes for Saka) looked to get forward on his first appearance, earning a 6. Morgan Gibbs‑White (on 81 minutes for Gordon) appeared without additional comment in the original list. Players who remained unused were Pickford, Steele, Konsa, Branthwaite, Garner, Calvert‑Lewin and Quansah.