England player ratings vs Latvia: Reece James stunner highlight of the night

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Reece James put England ahead in the first half with a stunning free-kick - EPA/Toilga Akmen

Thomas Tuchel’s England era reads two wins from two following a routine 3-0 victory over Latvia at Wembley Stadium on Monday. Who caught the eye and who could have done better? Telegraph Sport rates England’s starting XI.

England (4-1-4-1)​

Jordan Pickford​

Could have conceded after an early misunderstanding with Guehi but was otherwise a spectator, as was expected against a team of Latvia’s quality. 6/10

Reece James​

His fabulous free-kick was the highlight of the night. A gorgeous strike, arced into the top corner. Also produced some lovely crosses from the right flank. 8/10

It's simply MAGNIFICENT!

A freekick of pure quality from Reece James #ITVFootball | #ThreeLions | #CFCpic.twitter.com/xgz9xca16u

— ITV Football (@itvfootball) March 24, 2025

Ezri Konsa​

Denied a first England goal by a remarkable close-range save by Latvia goalkeeper Krisjanis Zviedris. Otherwise solid and physically dominant against limited opposition. 6/10

Marc Guehi​

An unexpectedly awkward night for the defender. Almost gave away a cheap goal after a mix-up with Pickford and twice lost control of the ball under pressure from Latvia’s forwards. 5/10

Myles Lewis-Skelly​

Stepped into midfield in possession and played some lovely disguised passes to the advanced players. Untroubled defensively. Looks the perfect fit for Tuchel’s system. 7/10

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Myles Lewis-Skelly showed that he could be a good fit for Thomas Tuchel’s system - Getty Images/Glyn Kirk

Declan Rice​

Not the day to showcase his defensive abilities, instead focusing on circulating the ball and pushing forward when possible. Created Kane’s goal with a driving run and cross. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen​

Unfortunate not to win a first-half penalty on a frustrating evening for the winger. Tried his luck on both flanks but struggled to make inroads against Latvia’s packed defence. 5/10

Morgan Rogers​

Used his trademark running power to burst past his opponents on numerous occasions. So hard to dispossess when he builds momentum, and also tidy in tight spaces. 8/10

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Morgan Rogers used his trademark running power to good effect - PA/Mike Egerton

Jude Bellingham​

Must consider himself fortunate to have remained on the pitch in the second half, when he lunged into a needless tackle near the corner flag. Could not convert his half-chances. 6/10

Marcus Rashford​

More dangerous than Bowen for much of the first half, although he lacked the decisive end product in the penalty area. Swapped to the right wing after the break. 6/10

Harry Kane​

Headed over in the first half but was not going to miss the next chance that came his way, from Rice’s second-half cross. Always seems to score in these matches. 7/10

England lead by two goals to nil! ️️

Declan Rice puts it on a plate for Harry Kane ️#ITVFootball | #ThreeLionspic.twitter.com/tGHt3ziUkw

— ITV Football (@itvfootball) March 24, 2025

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