England 1-1 Russia: Player Ratings as England Concede Disappointing Last-Gasp Equaliser

Published on: 11 June 2016

"?England fell victim to a stoppage-time equaliser vs Russia, playing to a 1-1 draw in the opening game of their Euro 16 campaign.


Despite dominating throughout and going ahead through Eric Dier's cracking free-kick, they were unable to hold onto their lead, allowing Vasili Berezutski to score a header in the last minute of stoppage time.


Here's how the players rated in this match.

Goalkeeper and Defence

Joe Hart - 6.5

Near quiet night, but still beaten in the end."?


Kyle Walker - 7

Bombed forward and contributed to the offence well. Made the Russian defence look silly on occasion.


Chris Smalling - 6

Could have scored an early goal. Didn't have much work defensively, but could have probably done more to prevent Russia's goal.


Gary Cahill - 7

The Chelsea man was booked, but had a good game at the back and organised his defensive line properly.


Danny Rose - 7

Could do nothing about the goal. Played well and formed a good full-back partnership with Kyle Walker.

Midfield

Eric Dier - 9

Mopped up well in midfield and scored England's only goal with a great free-kick. Immense performance.


"?Dele Alli - 8.5

The youngster looked like he'd been playing for England for years. Brilliant game overall.


Wayne Rooney - 8

Pulled the strings in midfield with great passing and intelligent movement.


Jack Wilshere - N/A

78-min sub.


James Milner - N/A

87-min sub.

Attack

Adam lallana - 6.5

Missed several opportunities in the first half. Livewire performance, but lacked composure in front of goal"?.


Harry Kane - 6.5

Quiet night for the Premier League's Golden Boot winner. Could not convert England's dominance into goals.


Raheem Sterling - 6

Run at the defence well, but lacked that finishing move.




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