Serbia (3-5-1-1)
Predrag Rajkovic (GK) There were no chances for England’s goal, he denied Alexander-Arnold and then made a fine save from Kane. 7
Milos Veljkovic (RCB) The defender had a quiet night as England’s problems on the left flank allowed him to push forward. 6
Nikola Milenkovic (CB) When England broke through in the 13th minute, the goal was too deep and they couldn’t cope with Bellingham’s attack. 6
Strahinja Pavlovic (LCB) At first, they struggled to get past Saka. After halftime, they showed a challenging spirit. They played pretty well. 6
Andrija Zivkovic (RWB) A lively presence with provocative crosses, he was closely watched by England. 6
Nemanja Gudelj (CM) His night was over when he was injured after a foul on Bellingham, was booked at half-time and sent off. Four
Sasa Lukic (CM) Fouled Bellingham at times. Was not seen when England took the lead. Substituted. Five
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic (CM) He caused problems in the second half when he moved upfield, he’s a clever player. 6
Filip Kostic (LWB) He was often caught high up the pitch, allowing Saka to advance freely. He suffered an injury early on and was forced to be substituted. Five
Dusan Vlahovic (AM) He was around the goal for a long time, but then he hit a dangerous ball in front of the goal. The score was almost tied. 6
Aleksandar Mitrovic (CF) The big striker spurned Serbia’s best chance. They called for a penalty in vain. To no avail. Five
Substitute: Filip Mladenovic (For Kostic, 43): Running down the left wing, threatening England. 7; Ivan Ilyich (Gudelj, ht): Helped Serbia take control of the match. 7; Dusan Tadic (Mitrovic, 61): There was a huge cheer when he came on. He made the difference. 7; Luka Jovic (Lukic, 61st): The striker was brought on with Serbia looking to equalise. 6; Veljko Burmancevic (Živkovic, 74): 6
England (4-3-3)
Jordan Pickford (GK) A save from Vlahovic gave England the win, he stayed focused, his kicking was good and one tense punch. 7
Kyle Walker (RB) The breakthrough came from his ingenious passing. We missed a chance to make it 2-0. Our defence was good. 7
After newsletter promotion
John Stones (CB) He had recovered from his illness, his ankle injury was gone and he looked healthy. He was as calm as ever. 8
Marc Gay (CB) He was strong and agile on his tournament debut, coming on as a substitute for the inexperienced Harry Maguire and making some vital blocks. 8
Kieran Trippier (LB) The defence was solid but a reluctance to use his left foot hampered England and he required treatment in the second half. 6
Trent Alexander-Arnold (CM) We had some good pressure in the first half but were lucky Mitrovic didn’t punish his mistakes – we just lacked control. 6
Declan Rice (CM) He was unselfish and positionally aware, he made interceptions and always seemed to be in the right spot. 8
Jude Bellingham (CM) They dominated the big stage, leading 1-0 and playing hard off the ball. 8. Most Valuable Player Award
Bukayo Saka (RW) He ran down the right wing and sent a cross towards Bellingham’s goal. It was a dangerous dribble but he was tiring. 7
Harry Kane (CF) We didn’t serve well, we didn’t have many touches but we almost had a header in the second half, we won a free kick and we wasted time. 6
Phil Foden (LW) He dribbled inside to link the play but was pushed out, leaving his performance for the national team in doubt. Five
Substitute: Conor Gallagher (Replaces Alexander-Arnold, 69th min.): Came on as England’s midfield struggled. 6; Jarrod Bowen (Saka replacement, 76): Created a chance for Kane straight away. 6; Kobe Mainu (86th minute, for Bellingham): Substituted late on as England stifled the offensive. 6
