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Throughout a dominant showing, England clinched one more win versus Albania, with several squad members producing notable displays throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform before the break but then called into action by an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Started more centrally to begin with then shifted wider after Saka entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield on the ball, something he's known for before. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic abandoned by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, as always, but may be another option for Stones at the back as opposed to alongside him. A loose ball after the break almost led to the first goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back One more composed display from the youngster after his first cap versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a clever backheel behind the opposing backline. The role is firmly his at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. A bit sloppy when playing out however his dangerous deliveries were a threat. A handy tempo-setter for the coach to have against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given room to roam in left midfield only to be offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced role on the right and contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot over. Withdrawn towards the end by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his effort well saved by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th strikes for his country. The opener a typical opportunist's goal and the second an excellent finish with his head following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact out wide. Had a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford had a greater an impact after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances but his corner provided the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on assisting Kane’s second with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6