England Report Card

As England returned home from Euro 2016, we assess how the players performed:

Joe Hart - 4/10

Very poor tournament for the Man City stopper.  With incoming club boss Pep Guardiola rumoured to be interested in signing a new man between the sticks, Hart did nothing to deter the Spaniard from doing so.  A soft goal conceded to Wales followed by another disaster for the second Icelandic strike, this will go down as a tournament to forget for Hart. 

Kyle Walker - 7/10

Until the Iceland debacle, the former Sheffield United full back had been the standout performer for England in his previous two outings.  A constant threat down the right in an attacking sense, Walker replicated his Tottenham form on the international stage.  The first Icelandic goal highlighted his defensive deficiencies but overall he can be satisfied with his contribution during the competition.

Danny Rose - 6/10

Eclipsed by his fellow Tottenham full-back Walker, Danny Rose offered some threat going forward in a formation that places a heavy reliance on the full-backs.  Final ball was often lacking in quality and was outmuscled for the Russian equaliser in the opening game.  Solid but unspectacular. 

Chris Smalling - 5/10

Does not convince as a leader at the back and struggled all tournament.  Not nearly convincing enough at the very top level and will have it all to prove to Jose Mourinho when he returns to club duty.

 Gary Cahill - 5/10

Dismal campaign for the Chelsea centre back who also struggled throughout the tournament.  Playing with such a dominant leader as John Terry at club level may be to his detriment on the international stage where he is expected to fulfil the role of chief defensive organiser.  England's exit may well spell the end of his international career unless Antonio Conte can revitalise him next season as part of a back 3. 

Eric Dier - 7/10

Very poor against Iceland but can be satisfied overall with his contribution in his first major tournament.  Chipped in with a goal against Russia and appears comfortable in his role sitting in front of the back 4.  Dier will be a mainstay for many years to come. 

Wayne Rooney - 6/10

Selected in a much deeper role than previous tournaments, Rooney displayed his undoubted quality on the ball at times.  Had a personal horror show against Iceland, but was not alone in that regard, and will likely remain as skipper under the new regime. 

Dele Alli - 6/10

After a stellar season for Tottenham much was anticipated from the MK Dons graduate.  However, he struggled throughout the tournament to make any impact.  England will hope that the tournament experience will support his long term development as he clearly possesses great talent and potential. 

Adam Lallana - 6/10

A tidy player who has been rejuvenated by Jurgen Klopp at club level, Lallana showed flashes of quality during the tournament.  His finishing remains a weakness and he has yet to register a goal for his country.  Surprising omission from the team to face Iceland but will remain in the squad moving forward. 

Raheem Sterling - 4/10

The £50m man is suffering a crisis of confidence.  Hodgson took the view that a trip to France could rehabilitate him but his loyalty was misplaced.  As the Sterling was struggling on the currency market, Raheem was similarly struggling in France.  Simply not good enough.

Harry Kane - 3/10

A truly dismal tournament for the prolific Spurs striker who looked a different player from the one who has performed so consistently at club level over the last two seasons.  Not only did he fail to find the net but Kane was also handed responsibility for taking set-pieces, where his delivery was consistently below par.  A tournament to forget but he will come again.

Daniel Sturridge - 6/10

Matchwinner against Wales and England's best striker when fit, Sturridge showed flashes of creative spark from an unfamiliar wide role.  Should have been unleashed through the middle in place of an out of form Harry Kane.

Jamie Vardy - 5/10

Scored with one his few touches against Wales, Vardy struggled in the tournament against defences that sat deep.  Without room in behind to manoeuvre and played out of position in a wider area, Vardy failed to replicate his electric club form that saw him become a Premier League champion.

Jack Wilshere - 4/10

In truth, he should not have been picked and again Hodgson's loyalty towards him, in preference to a fit and in-form Danny Drinkwater, backfired.  Limited impact in any of his appearances in France.  Needs to get a run of games at club level next season.

Nathaniel Clyne - 6/10

Performed well against Slovakia and is legitimate competition for Walker at right back.Ryan Bertrand - 5/10

Struggled to lay a strong claim to oust Danny Rose at left back during his one start against Slovakia.  Did okay but nothing more.

Marcus Rashford - 7/10

The wildcard selection in the 23 man squad more than justified his inclusion.  Looked bright in every game he featured in and seems unfazed by anything put in front of him.  England will hope that his game time is not limited under a new club manager who is not famed for playing youngsters.  Rashford looks special though.

Jordan Henderson - 5/10

Many questioned his selection and he did nothing to dispel concerns about his quality at this level.

James Milner

Only played 3 minutes as part of a failed attempt by Hodgson to see out the Russian game.