Brief

England player ratings after 2-0 win over Czech Republic

BBC rates each England player after the Nations League victory in Prague.

By Felo News Desk · Published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:07 GMT

BBC Sport rated England's squad following their 2-0 Nations League win over the Czech Republic in Prague, noting individual contributions and emerging competition for places.

What happened

Harry Kane became England's joint‑highest appearance‑maker with 125 caps and scored twice. Trent Alexander‑Arnold impressed with an assist, while Jordan Pickford faced criticism as his position is now under threat from James Trafford.

What the reports add

BBC gave Jarell Quansah a 7 for comfort in his centre‑back role, and Lewis Hall a 6 as he battles Nico O'Reilly for left‑back duties. Newcomers Myles Lewis‑Skelly and Morgan Rogers earned 6 and 7 respectively, with Rogers praised for versatility on the right.

Key facts

• Harry Kane reached 125 caps, tying Peter Shilton's record. (bbc.co.uk)
• England beat the Czech Republic 2-0 in Prague. (bbc.co.uk)
• Trent Alexander‑Arnold received a rating of 6 and provided an assist. (bbc.co.uk)
• Jordan Pickford's rating was 6 and his place is under threat from James Trafford. (bbc.co.uk)
• Lewis Hall earned a rating of 6 while competing with Nico O'Reilly for left‑back. (bbc.co.uk)

Sources

• [1] bbc.co.uk — originally reported as “England player ratings: How Three Lions played rated v Czech Republic”