PAUL ROBINSON 5
Cheered by England fans when he pushed Cole out of the way to take a free kick after 86 minutes of inactivity. That, ridiculous to say, was about as testing as it got
PHIL NEVILLE 6
Neat and tidy and always willing to support Gerrard on the right, but probably not quite in brother Gary’s league. Deserves to be back in squad, though
WES BROWN 6
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Little chance to demonstrate natural qualities, but did job with typical style and will rightly keep place on Wednesday if Rio Ferdinand does not recover
JOHN TERRY (C) 6
Like Brown, dealt comfortably with what little came his way and even enjoyed odd foray forward, but not a day for central defenders to show off prowess
ASHLEY COLE 7
A little off pace in previous outing, back to old self speeding up and down wing — perhaps invigorated at finally having joined Chelsea. Can claim assist for first two goals
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OWEN HARGREAVES 8
Full of energy and forceful midfield play, showing Manchester United what they will miss. Growing confidence with two long-range shots that hit posts
STEVEN GERRARD 8
Took goal superbly before setting up even better one for Defoe. Appears liberated on right wing, where he is ensuring David Beckham is not missed
FRANK LAMPARD 6
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Did not do anything wrong, but still not Lampard of recent seasons. Seems to be lacking confidence as well as touch of sharpness
STEWART DOWNING 5
Will probably reflect on this as opportunity wasted in absence of Joe Cole. Failed to assert himself against modest opposition. Disappointing
PETER CROUCH 8
Some still refuse to give credit, but ten goals in 13 international matches cannot be ignored. Is working hard, playing intelligently and being handsomely rewarded
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JERMAIN DEFOE 7
Man with point to prove after missing World Cup and took goals extremely well. Should keep place against Macedonia in absence of Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen
SUBSTITUTIONS
AARON LENNON (for Neville, 65): Immediate impact, beating man and crossing to set up Crouch. Gave team renewed vigour 7
KIERAN RICHARDSON (for Downing, 65): No impact whatsoever 4
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ANDREW JOHNSON (for Defoe, 72): Unlucky, goalbound effort hit Crouch 6
Substitutes not used: Chris Kirkland, Michael Dawson, Michael Carrick, Darren Bent