England moved into a 2-1 advantage at the interval against Germany after Harry Kane converted an early penalty and John Stones nodded in from a set-piece. Moments before the break, Germany equalised through a swift counter but could not prevent the hosts from restoring their lead.

The biggest concern for manager Gareth Southgate arrived in the 43rd minute when Kane hobbled off after landing awkwardly on his right ankle, leaving the dressing room visibly concerned. England refused to let the setback derail them and came out firing in the second period.

With ten minutes remaining, substitute Marcus Rashford sealed the points with a low drive into the far corner, ensuring England claimed a morale-boosting 3-1 win despite the injury worry surrounding their captain.