Imported Article – 2026-07-20 10:01:34
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Imported Article – 2026-07-20 10:01:34

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  • Ezri Konsa: Featured in every match and looked fully up to international standard. Started at centre-back and also filled in at right-back in the quarter-final win over Norway. Capped his tournament with a goal in the third-place play-off. Rating: 7

  • John Stones: Tuchel took a risk on him given recent fitness concerns. Began the opener, had a few wobbles, then sat out the next couple before returning to start both the quarter-final win over Norway and the semi-final loss to Argentina. The 32-year-old showed his class but was caught underneath the cross for Lautaro Martínez’s winner. Rating: 7

  • Marc Guehi: A reliable presence for England at major tournaments. Didn’t start against Croatia, but once introduced he brought his trademark composure. Outstanding in the quarter-final against Norway, handling Erling Haaland superbly, and maintained a high level until England’s exit. Rating: 8

  • Trevoh Chalobah: Drafted in to replace Tino Livramento, a call that sparked debate about depth at full-back. Saw only brief action, coming on late in the win over France. Rating: 5

  • Jarell Quansah: In his first major tournament and a somewhat surprise inclusion in the 26. The Bayer Leverkusen defender showed why Tuchel valued him as a full-back option. Started brightly against Panama before an injury, impressed early versus Mexico before being sent off, then returned for the third-place play-off. Promising international future. Rating: 6

  • Dan Burn: His selection was questioned, but his display against Mexico justified it. His aerial dominance helped England close out games, though Tuchel leaned on that approach too soon when trying to protect a lead against Argentina. Rating: 6.5

  • Nico O’Reilly: The 21-year-old settled after a nervy start to his first tournament. Only established as first-choice left-back in November, yet started five of eight matches—an impressive rise. Excellent on the ball, with room to grow defensively. Rating: 6.5

  • Reece James: Bristled at the constant fitness talk, but a hamstring issue versus Ghana sidelined him for three games. Returned for the quarter-final and semi-final and reminded everyone of his quality. Rating: 6.5

  • Djed Spence: One of England’s breakout performers. Comfortable on either flank, strong in one-on-one duels, and offers pace on the overlap. Delivered two standout displays in the quarter-final and semi-final, and impressed against France by winning a penalty. Rating: 8