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In a impressive display, England clinched a further victory versus their opponents, with several squad members turning in memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's main danger in their forward. Operated more centrally to begin with then shifted to the flank after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. On occasion was too casual when carrying play and the experiment abandoned after the break. 6

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, typically, perhaps is another option to Stones in defense rather than paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to the first goal from Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further composed performance by the 20-year-old following his debut against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite backheel behind their defense. His position looks secure so soon. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly loose on the ball though his whipped corners were a threat. A useful game manager for the coach to have versus teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless foul. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Had freedom to drift down the left flank only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a merited break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high spot out wide and also put in defensive duties. Showed flashes of quality but scuffed a shot high. Substituted in the closing stages by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike well saved by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to provide width on the right yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. 6

The captain The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th goals for his country. The opener a trademark opportunist's goal while the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Had a good opening when set up from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively after coming on assisting the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10