article_snippet: Not sorely tested but not Leighton Baines 5.5 best night; occasional lapses and poor cross/shot when Leighton Baines 5.5 had a goal-scoring opportunity .
article_snippet: A steadying influence and creative fulcrum at the base of the midfield – stay fit and Michael Carrick 7.5 might turn into England’s key midfielder over the next 15 months.
article_snippet: Seemed to enjoyed the more advanced role; Jordan Henderson 7 busyness paid off with Jordan Henderson 7 excellent drilled cross to create England’s second .
article_snippet: Set up Rooney 8 for opener and scored stooping header for second.
article_snippet: Never stopped showing for the ball, had Aston Villa midfielder Fabian Delph moments of guile and fine run and finish for Aston Villa midfielder Fabian Delph goal .
article_snippet: Developing into a really good midfield option for England: energetic, robust.
article_snippet: Occasional lapses in distribution but great lofted ball for Rooney’s early shot against post .
article_snippet: Played a lovely ball through to Baines shortly after coming on – looked bright in that attacking midfield role .
article_snippet: Didn’t have long enough to make an impact but will be pleased to be back on the pitch with England .
article_snippet: System gave England width and pace