ENGLAND (4-2-3-1)

JORDAN 6.5/10 PICKFORD

Showed once again why his kicking is so vital to the way England play. Had little to do in the way of saves.

KYLE WALKER 7

Solid and disciplined down England’s right side. Knew exactly when to break forward and when to sit in.

JOHN STONES 7.5

Didn’t put a foot wrong in the heart of England’s defence, leaving him in good stead for the rest of the tournament.

TYRONE MINGS 8

Question marks over his place in the team ahead of kick-off but he answered all of them. Excellent display.

KIERAN TRIPPIER 7

Surprise selection at left back and did not let his country down. His experience was key on a nervy day.

KALVIN PHILLIPS 9

What a performance from the Leeds man. Energy, determination and quality. Brilliant assist for England’s winner.

DECLAN RICE 7

Provided protection for England’s back four. Displayed great maturity throughout on his tournament debut.

PHIL FODEN 7.5

Rattled the post and continued to cause Croatia’s defence problems throughout. Breath of fresh air.

MASON MOUNT 7

Quality on the ball and energy without it. Plain to see why he’s one of Gareth Southgate’s key men.

RAHEEM STERLING 8.5

Banished doubts over his place in the team. Showed exactly why England’s manager relies on him so heavily.

HARRY KANE 7

Kept Croatia’s central defence occupied without having any clear opportunities of his own. Isolated at times.

SUBSTITUTES

Rashford (for Foden 71min) 6, Bellingham (for Kane 82), Calvert-Lewin (for Sterling 90). Not used: D Henderson, Johnstone, Grealish, J Henderson, Shaw, Coady, White, James, Saka.

GARETH SOUTHGATE 8

His team fully deserved their winning start to the European Championship. Must be delighted.

TEAM SCORE: 82/110