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England player ratings vs Wales: who put their hand up for a World Cup spot?

 Three early goals helped England ease to a 3-0 friendly win over Wales – a ninth victory in 10 games.

Goals from Morgan Rogers, Ollie Watkins and Bukayo Saka in the first half were enough as Thomas Tuchel’s side had the ideal preparation for their World Cup qualifier against Latvia on Tuesday.

Telegraph Sport has rated each player. Leave your score and scroll to the bottom of the page to have your say in the comments.

Jordan Pickford, goalkeeper

England’s dominance meant he was not required for work in the first half as everything was played in front of him. Saved superbly from David Brooks and Chris Mepham after the interval.

World Cup starter chances: Tuchel’s No 1 will be in net.

Ezri Konsa, right-back

Stepped in at right-back for the first time this season. Injury scare when he pulled up in the 22nd minute but was able to carry on. Solid defensive work and occasional runs forward.

World Cup starter chances: Trusted by Tuchel and will be in the mix.

Marc Guéhi, centre-back

Excellent assist for the opening goal. He had doubts over his place when Tuchel took over but has been one of his best performers this season.

World Cup starter chances: Likely starter.

John Stones, centre-back

First England appearance for a year after his injury struggles in the second half of last season. Won his header in the build-up to the opening goal and was good in duels.

World Cup starter chances: Promising.

Djed Spence, left-back

First England start for the Spurs full-back, rewarding him for his form this season. Could carry the ball into midfield and was not troubled much defensively.

World Cup starter chances: Will rely on injuries to claim a place.

Elliot Anderson, central midfield

His full range of passing was shown in this game and he was never afraid to take the ball off his centre-back or goalkeeper.

World Cup starter chances: His shirt to lose.

Declan Rice, central midfield

Captain for the second time in his England career in the absence of Harry Kane. He was higher up the pitch than Anderson and started attacks. Set-pieces will be so important at the World Cup.

World Cup starter chances: 100 per cent starter.

Morgan Rogers, central midfield

Took him just 130 seconds to get on the score sheet, his first England goal. Also created the second goal and hit the bar in the second half.

World Cup starter chances: Giving Tuchel food for thought.

Anthony Gordon, forward

Had a chance saved in the second minute, then caused his full-back problems with runs behind. In the second half, he showed he can play in the false nine position when Watkins went off.

World Cup starter chances: Pushing for a start but set to be sub at full strength.

Bukayo Saka, forward

Marked his first England appearance of the season with an incredible goal, cutting in from the right and curling in with his left. Got behind the Wales back line regularly and caused them many problems.

World Cup starter chances: Will start if fit.

Ollie Watkins, forward

Took his goal calmly and it was harder than it looked with the ball bouncing. Then missed one right in front of goal and came off injured.

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