David James
Flapped at Nuno Gomes' second-half header and did not look like the commanding presence England require in goal.

Danny Mills
Last-ditch saving tackle on Simao demonstrated his alert defending, also looked quite incisive attacking on the overlap.

Rio Ferdinand
Formed a tight partnership with Southgate, looked as assured as ever without really being tested.

Gareth Southgate
Solid defending, measured distribution and went close to scoring from Murphy's free-kick.

Ashley Cole
Foraging runs caught the eye but was sometimes exposed by the speed of Portugal's passing as he tried to track back.

Lee Bowyer
Fairly low-key debut, could have done better with an early effort on goal but his cross for Smith rivalled David Beckham's accuracy.

Nicky Butt
Began strongly and was instrumental in moving England forward, though his influence waned as the match progressed.

Steven Gerrard
Not his usual dominant self, provided little inspiration and lacked the drive normally associated with his play.

Emile Heskey
Powerful presence, used pace and strength to good effect - problem left side may have a Heskey-shaped solution.

Alan Smith
Typically tenacious, held the ball up superbly to link midfield and attack and showed he can finish too with a glorious diving header.

Michael Owen
Stand-in skipper led from the front, full of running and demonstrated his ability to create a chance as well as take one.

Substitutes:

Wayne Bridge
England's left back options look strong with Bridge stepping into Ashley Cole's shoes seamlessly.

Jonathon Woodgate
Looked slightly tentative, but no glaring errors on his return after a lengthy absence from the England team.

Joe Cole
Deft touches and tricks - as expected - but still failed to stake a convincing claim for a starting midfield berth.

Owen Hargreaves
Replaced Mills at right back but his inexperience in the position was in evidence when Portugal scored.

Danny Murphy
Struggled to get a grip in midfield as Portugal kept possession and found it hard to make an impact.

David Dunn
Had 45 minutes to make an impression, but failed to take his club form onto the international stage.

Trevor Sinclair
Another who gave an adequate performance but did not set the game alight.