Rahman Osman’s England player ratings after World Cup win v Senegal as West Ham & Arsenal stars shine
England impressed in their first knockout round win and progressed into the last eight.
England marched on to set up a thrilling quarter-final clash with France at the World Cup by producing a professional performance to claim a 3-0 win against Senegal.
Jordan Henderson, Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka got the goals ensuring Gareth Southgate’s side progressed to the last eight in Qatar. More than 70% of the Al Bayt Stadium in Doha was filled with English fans and they would have been delighted with the performance of the team as they now turn their focus towards what will be a significant challenge against Kylian Mbappe et al in the quarter-final.
A whole host of the men wearing the famous Three Lions shirts impressed as they came through what was viewed as an awkward test against a Senegal side that had impressed during the group stages - so here is how we rated the England players.
A whole host of the men wearing the famous Three Lions shirts impressed as they came through what was viewed as an awkward test against a Senegal side that had impressed during the group stages - so here is how we rated the England players.
5. Luke Shaw - 7
The best left back in the competition and just plays the game at his own pace. Did everything right out there. Photo: Getty Images
6. Declan Rice - 7
Dependable and hardworking every minute of the game. One of the players who just never stops running. Photo: Getty Images
7. Jordan Henderson - 8
Strong running in the middle of the field and finished off brilliantly to give England the lead. There are questions on why he’s starting but his performance today justified the trust the manager has got in him. Photo: Getty Images
8. Jude Bellingham - 8
Another assist from the Dortmund man, is there anything he can’t do at the moment. Photo: Getty Images