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Throughout a commanding display, the English national team clinched one more win versus their opponents, featuring multiple squad members delivering memorable performances during the match.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do required in the first half before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker highlighted his anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Played through the middle early on later drifted to the flank once a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Moved into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. At times lacked urgency on the ball and the experiment discontinued after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, typically, but may be an alternative for Stones in the backline rather than paired with him. A loose distribution in the second half almost led to a goal for the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more composed showing from the rising star after his first cap versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a gorgeous flick over their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. A bit careless on the ball however his whipped set-pieces caused problems. A useful pace-controller available to the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked for a rash foul. Six

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Was given room to roam on the left only to be offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Granted a merited substitution on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Played in a high role on the right while also put in dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot over. Replaced towards the end for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate holding position, he had to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his two more strikes for his country. The opener a trademark opportunist's goal and his next an excellent finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact on the left flank. Had a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham yet Strakosha denied him. Rashford had a greater effect when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright connecting well with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and set up the second goal with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6/10