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During a dominant showing, England clinched another triumph versus Albania, with a number of squad members delivering notable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required before the break before called into action by an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci showed his anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s primary attacker through their forward. Played through the middle initially later drifted out wide after Saka came on. Seven

The defender Moved up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes lacked urgency on the ball with the approach discontinued by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, typically, but may be another option for Stones in the backline instead of alongside him. A careless pass later in the match came close to an opener from Albania. 6

The young full-back One more assured performance by the rising star after his first cap versus another side. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite backheel over their defense. The role is firmly his already. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless on the ball however his whipped deliveries posed a danger. A useful pace-controller for the coach to utilize against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow after a reckless tackle. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and free-kicks created chances. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a merited break after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a forward role on the right while also put in the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an attempt over. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s top opening before halftime, his effort smartly stopped by Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah staying deep, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th strikes at international level. The opener a typical poacher’s finish and the second an excellent finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in future competitions with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by Bellingham however the keeper made the save. Rashford produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright connecting well with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively after coming on assisting the second goal with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10