England's World Cup campaign has come to an end, and while the Three Lions earned a bronze medal, it's not the history they had hoped for. The tournament was a rollercoaster ride, with England showing glimpses of brilliance but ultimately falling short of their goals. So, who stepped up for England, and who fell short? Let's take a closer look at the ratings and performances of the 26 players, plus Thomas Tuchel, who took part in the tournament.
Jordan Pickford - 6
Pickford had a solid tournament, but it wasn't his best. He didn't have a great game in the DR Congo and Norway goals, but he did have some good outings against Mexico and Argentina. Overall, he wasn't to blame for England's exit, but he could have done better. Personally, I think Pickford needs to step up his game if he wants to be England's number one goalkeeper.
Ezri Konsa - 6
Konsa was a consistent performer, starting every game until the semi-final. However, he clearly ran out of steam during the quarter-finals, which cost him his spot against Argentina. Despite this, his defensive partnership with Marc Guehi can grow for England. In my opinion, Konsa has the potential to be a key player for England in the future.
Nico O'Reilly - 6
O'Reilly had a solid tournament, but he didn't stand out. He didn't make any real mistakes at the back, but he also didn't put in a standout display. I think he has the potential to be a good player for England, but he needs to work on his consistency.
Declan Rice - 7
Rice was a crucial player for England, delivering tackles, ball recoveries, and strides forward. However, he wasn't at 100% and his absence against Norway showed England's vulnerability in midfield. I think Rice needs to work on his fitness if he wants to be a key player for England in the future.
John Stones - 7
Stones was a solid performer, even though he came in and out of the team. He had a crucial block against Mexico and kept Erling Haaland quiet against Norway. I think Stones needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Marc Guehi - 6
Guehi had a solid tournament, going under the radar as a defender. He put his head where it hurt in crucial times and was particularly crucial at the Azteca. I think Guehi has the potential to be a key player for England in the future.
Bukayo Saka - 7
Saka was a frustrating player for England, but in the most positive sense. He wasn't fit enough for most of the summer, but he had some good moments against Mexico and Norway. I think Saka needs to work on his fitness if he wants to be a key player for England.
Elliot Anderson - 7
Anderson had some really good moments, but he wasn't quite at the level of a £116m player. I think he has the potential to be a key player for England in the future, but he needs to work on his high pressing and protecting the back four.
Harry Kane - 7
Kane was one of the best goalscorers in the world, but he went missing against Norway and Argentina when it really mattered. I think Kane needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Jude Bellingham - 8
Bellingham was England's star of the tournament. He was a clutch player and a record-breaker, with seven goals being the most by an England player at any major tournament. I think Bellingham has the potential to be a key player for England in the future.
Marcus Rashford - 5
Rashford had a slow start to the tournament, but he had some good moments against France. However, his withdrawal at half-time made it look like a cameo rather than a contribution. I think Rashford needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Trevoh Chalobah - n/a
Chalobah was a late call-up, and while he did pick up the phone to Tuchel, I think he should have been replaced by Trent Alexander-Arnold or an actual right-back. He got five minutes at the end of the third-place play-off, but that's not enough.
Dean Henderson - 6
Henderson only got a run-out when England lost the semi-final, but he made some decent first-half saves in the third-place play-off against France. I think he has the potential to challenge Pickford in the future, but he needs to work on his consistency.
Kobbie Mainoo - n/a
Mainoo was not used despite Rice's fitness woes and England's midfield struggles. Then he got 'injured' for the England reserve game against France after looking 'demoralised'. I think Mainoo needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Jordan Henderson - n/a
Henderson had a short appearance against Panama and Mexico, but he had more of an impact than Mainoo. I think Henderson needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Dan Burn - 7
Burn was a cult hero, with three big headers in the tournament. I think Burn needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Morgan Rogers - 6
Rogers had some nice moments, but he came into the summer in a No 10 battle with Bellingham and was emphatically beaten. I think Rogers needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Anthony Gordon - 7
Gordon had a slow start to the tournament, but he really hit top gear in the knockout rounds. I think Gordon needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Ollie Watkins - 5
Watkins did well to make the plane with his end-of-season form, but he didn't do enough in front of Tuchel in training. I think Watkins needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Noni Madueke - 5
Madueke played more minutes than he would have expected, but his stock still went down. I think Madueke needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Eberechi Eze - 6
Eze was mostly a substitute player, but he struggled to make an impact. I think Eze needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Ivan Toney - 5
Toney was picked as England's penalty-taker expert, but he didn't get a penalty chance to prove it. I think Toney needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
James Trafford - n/a
Trafford was a third-choice goalkeeper, but he had a good front-row seat of the action. I think Trafford needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Reece James - 6
James was injured, and it wasn't his fault that England didn't provide enough back-up for him. I think James needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Djed Spence - 6
Spence had some good displays, including some mazy running in the win over France. I think Spence needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Jarell Quansah - 5
Quansah was not a bad right-back option, but he was unlucky that he couldn't get his two-game suspension in the knockout rounds suspended. I think Quansah needs to work on his consistency if he wants to be a key player for England.
Thomas Tuchel - 6
Tuchel had a solid tournament, but he came up short when it mattered. I think Tuchel needs to work on his tactical calls if he wants to be a key player for England in the future.
