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Throughout a commanding showing, the English national team secured one more win versus their opponents, featuring several squad members producing standout displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half before forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed excellent reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Played in a central role initially later drifted wider after Saka came on. 7

The defender Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play and the approach discontinued at half-time. Six

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, typically, perhaps is another option for Stones in defense rather than alongside him. One wayward ball after the break almost led to an opener for Albania. Six

The young full-back One more composed showing from the rising star after his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka was unable to take the most of a clever touch over their defense. The role is his to lose already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat careless in possession though his whipped deliveries were a threat. An effective game manager for the boss to utilize against defensive opponents. Booked for a rash tackle. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Had freedom to drift in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot down the right and contributed with dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an attempt wide. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his strike excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to provide width down the right side although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his two more goals in an England shirt. His first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next a superb header having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play from the left. Was presented with a good opening when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater influence when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10