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England vs Slovenia player ratings: Jude Bellingham and Conor Gallagher disappoint at Euro 2024

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Bukayo Saka

The Arsenal winger had a first-half goal chalked off after Foden had strayed offside before setting him up. Saka was England’s most dangerous player in the first half but faded before being replaced by Palmer. 6/10

Jude Bellingham

There was a moment in the first half when Bellingham failed to intercept a pass and threw his arms in the air, and looked at his team-mates and the bench. It was that sort of night for him. 5/10

Phil Foden

Tried his luck from a long-range free-kick that Oblak comfortably saved. Continued to regularly drift in from the left side and caused problems for the Slovenia defenders. 7/10

Harry Kane

England’s captain was agonisingly close to scoring from Trippier’s ball into the box, but otherwise looked frustrated and often dropped deep to get involved in the game. 6/10

Subs

Kobbie Mainoo 46 (for Gallagher): The third midfield partner for Rice so far in this tournament and the best so far. Composed in possession and helped England improve after the break. 8/10

Cole Palmer 71 (for Saka): Chelsea’s player of the year was finally given a chance to shine with 19 minutes remaining and instantly looked at home in international tournament football. 8/10

Trent Alexander-Arnold 85 (for Trippier): Sent on to give Trippier, who has been managing slight calf pain, a break. 6/10

Anthony Gordon 89 (for Foden) Sent on far too late. Gordon should have been given longer to make an impact. 6/10

Not used: Aaron Ramsdale (g), Dean Henderson (g), Luke Shaw, Ezri Konsa, Lewis Dunk, Ivan Toney, Joe Gomez, Jarrod Bowen, Adam Wharton, Eberechi Eze, Ollie Watkins.

Booked: Trippier, Guehi, Foden.

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