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In a commanding display, the English national team clinched one more win against their opponents, with several players producing standout performances throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform before the break but then forced to intervene from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Operated through the middle initially then shifted wider once Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. On occasion was too casual on the ball and the tactic was shelved by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A loose distribution later in the match almost led to an opener for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back One more composed display from the youngster following his debut versus Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a clever touch behind their defense. The left-back spot looks secure already. 7

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose on the ball though his whipped corners caused problems. An effective pace-controller for the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Enjoyed freedom to move down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a merited break around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a high role on the right and put in defensive duties. Showed flashes of quality and mishit an attempt high. Substituted late on for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot well saved from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses from wide areas were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a classic close-range tap-in while the second an excellent header following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate but the keeper kept it out. His replacement had a greater influence when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery led to the opener, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively upon introduction and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, 6
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10