England player ratings vs Latvia: Reece James stunner highlight of the night
Could have conceded after an early misunderstanding with Guehi but was otherwise a spectator, as was expected against a team of Latvia's quality. 6/10
His fabulous free-kick was the highlight of the night. A gorgeous strike, arced into the top corner. Also produced some lovely crosses from the right flank. 8/10
It's simply MAGNIFICENT! 💥A freekick of pure quality from Reece James ✨#ITVFootball | #ThreeLions | #CFC pic.twitter.com/xgz9xca16u
— ITV Football (@itvfootball) March 24, 2025
Denied a first England goal by a remarkable close-range save by Latvia goalkeeper Krisjanis Zviedris. Otherwise solid and physically dominant against limited opposition. 6/10
An unexpectedly awkward night for the defender. Almost gave away a cheap goal after a mix-up with Pickford and twice lost control of the ball under pressure from Latvia's forwards. 5/10
Stepped into midfield in possession and played some lovely disguised passes to the advanced players. Untroubled defensively. Looks the perfect fit for Tuchel's system. 7/10
Not the day to showcase his defensive abilities, instead focusing on circulating the ball and pushing forward when possible. Created Kane's goal with a driving run and cross. 7/10
Unfortunate not to win a first-half penalty on a frustrating evening for the winger. Tried his luck on both flanks but struggled to make inroads against Latvia's packed defence. 5/10
Used his trademark running power to burst past his opponents on numerous occasions. So hard to dispossess when he builds momentum, and also tidy in tight spaces. 8/10
Must consider himself fortunate to have remained on the pitch in the second half, when he lunged into a needless tackle near the corner flag. Could not convert his half-chances. 6/10
More dangerous than Bowen for much of the first half, although he lacked decisive end product in the penalty area. Swapped to the right wing after the break. 6/10
Headed over in the first half but was not going to miss the next chance that came his way, from Rice's second-half cross. Always seems to score in these matches. 7/10
England lead by two goals to nil! ⚽️⚽️Declan Rice puts it on a plate for Harry Kane 🍽️#ITVFootball | #ThreeLions pic.twitter.com/tGHt3ziUkw
— ITV Football (@itvfootball) March 24, 2025
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