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San Marino 0-10 England: player ratings from the World Cup qualifier

- Jacob Steinberg

Aaron Ramsdale The 23-year-old was focused on his debut, making a good save in the first half. 7/10

Conor Coady The Wolves captain was unruffled. Stepped out from the back and used the ball confidentl­y. 6

Harry Maguire There was no earcupping after the defender’s goal this time. Powerful header gave England control. 7

Tyrone Mings He will be delighted to get on the scoresheet after a difficult time at club level. 7

Trent Alexander-Arnold Rushed in possession at first, but he eventually found his range and made three goals. 6

Kalvin Phillips The midfielder was diligent before going off. Maintained discipline and allowed others to shine again. 6

Jude Bellingham The youngster had freedom to advance and link with the attack. Had a goal disallowed. 7

Bukayo Saka Sparkled on the left and had a hand in England’s second. Headed in the 10th. 8

Emile Smith Rowe The youngster picked up an assist and a goal on his full debut. Typically energetic. 8

Phil Foden Set up Maguire’s goal and won England’s first penalty. Skilful, inventive and offered incisive passing. 7

Harry Kane Wanted to start and he moved five behind Wayne Rooney’s record with another first-half hat-trick. 9

Substitute­s

Ben Chilwell Pushed high after slotting in at left-back at half-time. Looks confident after a fine run. 7

Conor Gallagher Almost scored on his debut. Eager and was not afraid to take the ball. 7

Tammy Abraham The striker missed a big chance, but he made Smith Rowe’s goal and eventually scored. 7

Reece James Looked assured after replacing Kane in the second half. 6

John Stones A quick runout for the Manchester City centre-back. 6

 ?? Photograph: CPS Images/Getty Images ?? Emile Smith Rowe is hugged by Arsenal teammate Bukayo Saka after scoring his first England goal against San Marino.
Photograph: CPS Images/Getty Images Emile Smith Rowe is hugged by Arsenal teammate Bukayo Saka after scoring his first England goal against San Marino.
 ?? ?? England’s Jude Bellingham impressed with his attacking skills in 10-0 drubbing of San Marino. Photograph: Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images
England’s Jude Bellingham impressed with his attacking skills in 10-0 drubbing of San Marino. Photograph: Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images

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