Wayne Rooney praised all those involved on a "difficult night" at Wembley as England saw off France 2-0.
The two sides came together in a show of unity and strength on Tuesday, playing out a friendly just four days on from the Paris attacks that left 129 people dead.
Dele Alli and Rooney found the back of the net for the hosts on an evening that saw the Wembley arch covered in the colours of the French Tricolour and England fans join in with the singing of La Marseillaise -- France's national anthem.
"It was always going to be a difficult night for everyone, especially the French players and staff," Rooney is quoted as saying by BBC Sport.
"For ourselves to be involved in this occasion was tough, the young players were excited but it was a difficult game for them.
"I thought both teams handled it extremely well. The fans were brilliant. This will be shown round the world and will show unity.
"Football is a global game and, as [France boss] Didier Deschamps said yesterday, it is not about relegation or race. We need to stand tall and stand together in these tough times."
France captain Hugo Lloris was pleased the crowd at Wembley could pay their respects to the victims of Friday night's attacks in the French capital.
He said on ITV: "First of all we wanted to sing in the stadium for all the people [in Paris], for all the respect. [During the match] we had a lack of aggression and concentration, but I think it's a bit normal.
"It was more about solidarity and we showed character for the sport. Football is important and life is still going on and so we need to carry on.''
With France due to hold the European Championship next summer, Lloris is confident the security surrounding the showpiece will be well organised.
He said: "The decision doesn't belong to us. We will see with UEFA. I think there will be a good organisation and I'm sure it will be safe.''
Information from the Press Association was used in this report.