James – confident throughout but didn’t have much to do anyway: 7
Johnson – lots of attacking play and mostly solid defending apart from rash early tackles: 7
Terry – one dodgy pass but atoned with superb second half block; steadfast, as always: 8
Upson – looked one paced at times; excellent tackle prevented a late Slovenia goal: 7
Cole – reliable and always ready to threaten defenders going forward: 7
Milner – fast and energetic on the right, he provided the outlet England have lacked: 8
Gerrard – missed a sitter but always looked a threat going forward: 8
Lampard – looked more lively but rarely threatened: 7
Barry – good passing and firm defensive work: 7
Rooney – still needs to find his touch but looked less deflated despite missing a sitter: 7
Defoe – took his goal well and only faded once the Hail Mary balls started coming his way: 8
Subs: Heskey (6), Cole (6)
This performance was such an improvement from the previous two games. More purpose, drive and imagination. Now let's see what the last 16 holds for England.
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