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Throughout a dominant performance, England secured a further triumph versus their opponents, featuring multiple squad members producing memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform in the first half before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Started more centrally initially later drifted to the flank after Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed forward on the ball, something he's known for previously. On occasion was too casual when carrying play with the approach abandoned by the interval. 6

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option for Stones in defense as opposed to alongside him. A careless distribution later in the match nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another assured showing by the 20-year-old after his first cap against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch behind their defense. The role is his to lose so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. A bit loose in possession but his dangerous corners posed a danger. A handy game manager for the boss to call upon against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed challenge. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed room to move in left midfield only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a well-earned rest on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward role out wide and also put in the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an effort over. Substituted late on for a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. His first a typical opportunist's goal while the second a superb headed goal having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to influence play out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham but Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Active when brought on assisting the second goal with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6