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England 1-0 Argentina PLAYER RATINGS: Beth Mead and Fran Kirby star for the Lionesses despite Vanina Correa's heroics in goal England edged past Argentina to reach last-16 of the World Cup on Friday Beth Mead starred for Phil Neville's side and set up the winning goal Fran Kirby was back to her best as Vanina Correa kept England at bay for an hour 

By James Dutton For The Daily Mail

Published: 22:03 BST, 14 June 2019 | Updated: 22:43 BST, 14 June 2019

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England sealed their place in the last-16 of the World Cup with a game to spare by edging past Argentina in Le Havre on Friday night.

Phil Neville's side were made to work hard by an obdurate opponent and had to stay patient beyond the hour mark before Jodie Taylor finished off a flowing team move.

Sportsmail rated both sets of players from the Group D clash... 

Jodie Taylor celebrates after grabbing England's winning goal against Argentina on Friday

Jodie Taylor celebrates after grabbing England's winning goal against Argentina on Friday

England Ladies 

Carly Telford - 7

A quiet night for England's No 1 but did what was required with the minimum of fuss. Aggressive and powerful punch from a deep free-kick.

Lucy Bronze - 6

A quiet night at right-back. Targeted early by tough-tackling Argentines. Worked well down her flank with Parris throughout.

Steph Houghton - 7

On the front foot looking to get England going as they dominated the ball. Kept things simple and kept the game moving.

Abbie McManus - 6

Spread calm at the back with silky skill early on against Jaimes. Misjudged ball over the top that sent Jaimes through but

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