Player ratings as Kane celebrates 100th cap in style

England continued their perfect start to their UEFA Nations League B campaign with a 2-0 victory over Finland at Wembley on Tuesday.

Celebrating becoming just the 10th player to reach 100 caps for England, Harry Kane proved the difference with two goals to extend his record to 68 strikes — 15 clear of Wayne Rooney in second.

It probably should have been a bigger winning margin for England as the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Bukayo Saka terrorised the Finland defence throughout.

But the visitors can thank Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky for keeping the score down, with the 34-year-old making no fewer than six excellent saves.

Here are the full England player ratings from Tuesday night as Lee Carsley made it two out of two as interim manager.

An extra special night for @HKane and three more important #NationsLeague points! ? pic.twitter.com/c3FxCMzJ73

— England (@England) September 10, 2024

England player ratings vs Finland (4-2-3-1)

Jordan Pickford – 6/10 – Almost got caught out on the ball by Teemu Pukki but it wasn’t in a too dangerous area. Barely had anything else to do.

Trent Alexander-Arnold – 9/10 – Created a match-high five chances and was by far England’s best passer of the ball, splitting the Finland defence at will. Set up Kane’s first and set Madueke away for the second. A creative masterclass.

Ezri Konsa – 6/10 – Wasn’t called into action too many times but got the job done when required. Came off just after the hour mark after picking up a knock. Hopefully just a precaution.

John Stones – 6/10 – Like Konsa, Stones didn’t have a great deal to do defensively but looked assured. Used the ball well.

Rico Lewis – 8/10 – Very composed and active with the ball and pushed forward well to support the England attack.

Declan Rice – 7/10 – Kept England ticking with his quick passing while always making himself available for his teammates.

Angel Gomes – 8/10 – The odd sloppy pass aside, this was an excellent…

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Author : CJ

Publish date : 2024-09-10 20:41:04

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