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Throughout a impressive display, the English national team clinched one more win against Albania, featuring several squad members producing notable performances during the match.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save required in the first half but then tested by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by the opposition's primary attacker through their forward. Played more centrally early on later drifted to the flank after Saka entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Pushed up the pitch when in possession, as he has done previously. On occasion was too casual when carrying play and the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, could serve as a replacement for Stones in the backline instead of alongside him. A loose pass later in the match came close to the first goal from Albania. Six

The young full-back One more composed performance by the youngster after his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous backheel over the Albania defence. The left-back spot is his to lose already. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. A bit careless in possession however his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A handy pace-controller for the manager to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash foul. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed room to drift down the left flank only to be offside upon receiving in front of goal. Granted a merited rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role on the right and contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt wide. Substituted in the closing stages by a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his effort excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate holding position, he had to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting two more strikes at international level. The first a typical poacher’s finish while the second a classy headed goal after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance next summer with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate however the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of effect in his place. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery provided the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6