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John Cross

England player ratings as Ross Barkley shines in Montenegro win

England fought back from a goal down to record a second successive Euro 2020 qualifying victory.

Marko Vesovic stunned Gareth Southgate's men in the first half when he bent his shot beautifully beyond Jordan Pickford and into the far corner.

But Michael Keane made up for his earlier error when he headed the leveller before Ross Barkley grabbed his first to ensure the visitors led at the break.

And the Chelsea midfielder extended the Three Lions' lead on the hour mark to make sure of the three points before Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling added their names to the scoresheet.

Here, we rate the players on both sides...

ENGLAND

Jordan Pickford 6

Pretty helpless on Montenegro goal and for long periods it was a quiet night.

Kyle Walker 6

Looked more secure once Sterling switched and gave him some protection.

Harry Maguire 6

Looks an absolute giant at times, big presence on the pitch. Strong.

Harry Maguire was a rock at the back (AFP/Getty Images)

Michael Keane 7

Made up for a mistake with his first goal for England. Excellent response.

Danny Rose 6

Got his chance ahead of Chilwell and looked sharp and strong.

Declan Rice 7

Kept his shape and discipline for a very solid and impressive full debut.

Ross Barkley 8

MotM. Booked. Growing in influence as he scored twice and provided an assist.

Ross Barkley bagged a brace (AFP/Getty Images)

Dele Alli 6

A surprise that he started second game in four days, but did well enough.

Callum Hudson-Odoi 7

Exposed defensively early on, but was dynamic after switching to the left.

Raheem Sterling 7

Not the headlines of Friday night, but another good display as he caused problems.

Harry Kane 7

Worked hard, dropped deep and caused problems in attack. Typically good.

Montenegro : Petkovic 6; Stojkovic 6, Savic 7, Simic 6, Tomasevic 6; Marusic 6, Ivanic 6, Vukcevic 6, Vesovic 7; Beqiraj 6, Mugosa 6.

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